Ergot sclerotia in wheat from France
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Potentially serious
- Category
- cereals and bakery products
- Hazard
- rye ergot (Claviceps purpurea) - {natural toxins (other)}
- Origin
- France
- Notifier
- Belgium
What is this? A warning about wheat from France that may have small, dark growths called ergot sclerotia. These can make food unsafe to eat.
What's happening? Belgium found ergot in wheat from France. This could affect some foods made with that wheat.
Does this affect me? If you bought bread, flour, or cereal made in Belgium from French wheat, check the package.
What should I do? If you're worried, ask your doctor or pharmacist before eating these foods.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Potentially serious · Category: cereals and bakery products · Hazard: rye ergot (Claviceps purpurea) - {natural toxins (other)} · Origin: France · Notifier: Belgium
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