Mercury in frozen swordfish loins from Spain
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- fish and fish products
- Hazard
- mercury - {heavy metals}
- Origin
- Spain
- Notifier
- Netherlands
What is this? Some frozen swordfish loins from Spain may have too much mercury. Mercury is a metal that can be harmful if eaten in large amounts.
What's happening? These fish parts have been sold in several European countries. They could be unsafe to eat.
Does this affect me? You might have bought these fish if you live in the listed countries. Check your freezer.
What should I do? Do not eat the fish. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell after eating it.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: fish and fish products · Hazard: mercury - {heavy metals} · Origin: Spain · Notifier: Netherlands
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