haloxyfop (som) in Brazilian groundnut kernels
- Classification
- Non-compliance notification
- Risk
- No risk
- Category
- nuts, nut products and seeds
- Hazard
- haloxyfop unauthorised substance - {pesticide residues}
- Origin
- Brazil
- Notifier
- Netherlands
What is this? Some peanuts from Brazil have a small amount of a farming chemical called haloxyfop. This chemical is not allowed in food sold in Europe.
What's happening? The Dutch government found this chemical in peanuts from Brazil. They have told shops to stop selling these peanuts.
Does this affect me? If you bought peanuts or peanut snacks from Brazil recently, check the package. You may have some at home.
What should I do? Do not eat the peanuts. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell after eating them.
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Classification: Non-compliance notification · Risk: No risk · Category: nuts, nut products and seeds · Hazard: haloxyfop unauthorised substance - {pesticide residues} · Origin: Brazil · Notifier: Netherlands
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