Ergot sclerotia in wheat from France
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Potentially serious
- Category
- cereals and bakery products
- Hazard
- ergot sclerotia - {natural toxins (other)}
- Origin
- France
- Notifier
- Belgium
What is this? A warning about wheat from France that may contain small black growths called ergot sclerotia. These can make people sick.
What's happening? Belgium found ergot sclerotia in wheat from France. This wheat may have been used in foods.
Does this affect me? If you bought bread, flour, or cereal made in Belgium, you might be affected.
What should I do? Stop eating the food if you are unsure. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Potentially serious · Category: cereals and bakery products · Hazard: ergot sclerotia - {natural toxins (other)} · Origin: France · Notifier: Belgium
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