ASP toxins in scallop shell from UK
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- bivalve molluscs and products thereof
- Hazard
- Amnesic Shellfish Poisoning (ASP) toxins domoic acid - {natural toxins (other)}
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Notifier
- France
What is this? Some scallop shells from the UK may have a harmful substance called ASP toxins. These toxins can make people sick.
What's happening? France found ASP toxins in scallop shells from the UK. This could be a health risk if eaten.
Does this affect me? If you bought scallops from the UK, you might be affected. Check your food.
What should I do? Do not eat the scallops. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Serious · Category: bivalve molluscs and products thereof · Hazard: Amnesic Shellfish Poisoning (ASP) toxins domoic acid - {natural toxins (other)} · Origin: United Kingdom · Notifier: France
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