Ethylene oxide in sesame seeds
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- cereals and bakery products
- Origin
- India
- Notifier
- Italy
What is this? Sesame seeds may have a small amount of a chemical called ethylene oxide. This chemical can be harmful if eaten too much over time.
What's happening? Some sesame seeds from India have been found with ethylene oxide. These seeds may be in foods sold in Italy, Austria, France, Germany, Hungary, and the United States.
Does this affect me? If you eat foods with sesame seeds from these places, you might be affected. Check the package or ask the store.
What should I do? If you are worried, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before eating these foods. Do not throw away food unless you are told to.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: cereals and bakery products · Origin: India · Notifier: Italy
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