High level of aflatoxins in shelled almond from USA
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- nuts, nut products and seeds
- Hazard
- Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** aflatoxin total - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- United States
- Notifier
- Italy
What is this? Aflatoxins are harmful substances sometimes found in nuts. They can grow on almonds if stored badly.
What's happening? Some shelled almonds from the USA have too much aflatoxin. Italy has recalled these nuts.
Does this affect me? If you bought shelled almonds recently, check the package. You may have some at home.
What should I do? Do not eat them. Return them to the store or throw them away. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel unwell.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Serious · Category: nuts, nut products and seeds · Hazard: Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** aflatoxin total - {mycotoxins} · Origin: United States · Notifier: Italy
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