Genetically modified rice in organic basmati rice from Pakistan, via the Netherlands
- Classification
- Information notification for follow-up
- Risk
- Potential risk
- Category
- cereals and bakery products
- Hazard
- genetically modified unauthorised - {genetically modified}
- Origin
- Pakistan
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? Some basmati rice sold as organic may contain small amounts of rice that was changed in a lab. This is not allowed in organic food.
What's happening? A batch of basmati rice from Pakistan reached Germany and the Netherlands. It was sold as organic but had traces of genetically changed rice.
Does this affect me? If you bought organic basmati rice from Pakistan, check the package. This issue has been fixed, but some products may still be in stores.
What should I do? If you are unsure, ask your pharmacist or doctor before eating it. Return the rice to the shop if you are worried.
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Classification: Information notification for follow-up · Risk: Potential risk · Category: cereals and bakery products · Hazard: genetically modified unauthorised - {genetically modified} · Origin: Pakistan · Notifier: Germany
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