Ethylene oxide in Indian organic sesame seeds
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- nuts, nut products and seeds
- Hazard
- ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues}
- Origin
- India
- Notifier
- Denmark
What is this? Some sesame seeds from India may have a chemical called ethylene oxide. This is a pesticide that should not be in food.
What's happening? Countries in Europe found ethylene oxide in sesame seeds from India. These seeds are being taken off store shelves.
Does this affect me? If you bought sesame seeds from India, you might have some at home. Check the package or ask the store.
What should I do? Do not eat the seeds. Return them to the store or throw them away. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: nuts, nut products and seeds · Hazard: ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues} · Origin: India · Notifier: Denmark
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