Aflatoxins in Syrian pistacio kernels from Turkey
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- nuts, nut products and seeds
- Hazard
- Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** aflatoxin total - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- Syria
- Notifier
- Greece
What is this? Some pistachio kernels from Turkey may have a harmful mold called aflatoxin. Too much can make you sick.
What's happening? Greece found too much aflatoxin in pistachio kernels from Syria. These were stopped at the border.
Does this affect me? If you bought pistachios from Turkey or Syria, check the package. You might have some at home.
What should I do? Do not eat them. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell after eating pistachios.
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Classification: Border rejection notification · Risk: Serious · Category: nuts, nut products and seeds · Hazard: Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** aflatoxin total - {mycotoxins} · Origin: Syria · Notifier: Greece
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