Ethylene oxide in sesame seeds
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- cereals and bakery products
- Hazard
- ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues}
- Origin
- France
- Notifier
- Belgium
What is this? Sesame seeds may have a small amount of a chemical called ethylene oxide. This is a pesticide sometimes used on food.
What's happening? Belgium found ethylene oxide in sesame seeds from France. These seeds may be in foods like bread or snacks.
Does this affect me? If you eat foods with these sesame seeds, you might be exposed. The risk is low, but it’s better to be safe.
What should I do? Check food labels for sesame seeds. If unsure, ask your pharmacist or doctor.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: cereals and bakery products · Hazard: ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues} · Origin: France · Notifier: Belgium
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