Chlorates in xanthan gum from China
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
- Risk
- Potential risk
- Category
- food additives and flavourings
- Hazard
- chlorate - {environmental pollutants}
- Origin
- China
- Notifier
- Italy
What is this? Some xanthan gum from China may have too much chlorate. Chlorate is a chemical that can be harmful.
What's happening? Italy found this problem and stopped the gum at the border. The gum should not be sold in Italy now.
Does this affect me? If you bought xanthan gum from China, check where it came from. Other countries may also be affected.
What should I do? Stop using the gum if you are unsure. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have health concerns.
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Classification: Border rejection notification · Risk: Potential risk · Category: food additives and flavourings · Hazard: chlorate - {environmental pollutants} · Origin: China · Notifier: Italy
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