Elevated levels of chlorfenapyr in oranges from South Africa
- Classification
- Non-compliance notification
- Risk
- No risk
- Category
- fruits and vegetables
- Origin
- South Africa
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? Some oranges from South Africa have too much of a chemical called chlorfenapyr.
What's happening? Germany found this problem and told stores to take these oranges off shelves.
Does this affect me? If you bought oranges from South Africa, check if they are part of this recall.
What should I do? Throw away or return the oranges. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick.
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Classification: Non-compliance notification · Risk: No risk · Category: fruits and vegetables · Origin: South Africa · Notifier: Germany
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