Detection of ochratoxin A in figs from Turkey
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- fruits and vegetables
- Hazard
- ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- Türkiye
- Notifier
- France
What is this? A harmful mold toxin called ochratoxin A was found in dried figs from Turkey.
What's happening? France found this toxin in some dried figs. The figs may be unsafe to eat.
Does this affect me? If you have dried figs from Turkey at home, you might be affected.
What should I do? Do not eat the figs. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Serious · Category: fruits and vegetables · Hazard: ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins} · Origin: Türkiye · Notifier: France
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