Ethylene oxide and 2-chloroethanol in instant noodles via the Netherlands
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- prepared dishes and snacks
- Hazard
- 2-chloroethanol - {pesticide residues} *** ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues}
- Notifier
- Denmark
What is this? Some instant noodles may have small amounts of two chemicals called ethylene oxide and 2-chloroethanol. These are sometimes used in farming but are not safe in food.
What's happening? The Netherlands told Denmark that some instant noodles sold there might have these chemicals. Denmark is warning people to be careful.
Does this affect me? If you bought instant noodles in Denmark, you might be affected. Check the package or ask the store.
What should I do? Stop eating the noodles if you find them. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel unwell.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: prepared dishes and snacks · Hazard: 2-chloroethanol - {pesticide residues} *** ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues} · Notifier: Denmark
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