detection of malachite green on fish
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- fish and fish products
- Hazard
- malachite green unauthorised substance - {residues of veterinary medicinal products}
- Origin
- Thailand
- Notifier
- France
What is this? Malachite green is a chemical sometimes used in fish farming. It should not be in food meant for people.
What's happening? France found malachite green in fish from Thailand. These fish were stopped at the border.
Does this affect me? If you bought fish from Thailand recently, check where it came from.
What should I do? Ask your fish seller or doctor if you are worried. Do not eat fish you think may be unsafe.
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Classification: Border rejection notification · Risk: Serious · Category: fish and fish products · Hazard: malachite green unauthorised substance - {residues of veterinary medicinal products} · Origin: Thailand · Notifier: France
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