MRL exceedance for acetamiprid in cucumbers from the Netherlands
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- fruits and vegetables
- Hazard
- acetamiprid - {pesticide residues}
- Origin
- Netherlands
- Notifier
- Belgium
What is this? Cucumbers from the Netherlands have too much of a chemical called acetamiprid. This chemical is sometimes used on plants to keep bugs away.
What's happening? Some cucumbers sold in Belgium, France, Germany, and the Netherlands have more acetamiprid than allowed. These cucumbers are being taken off store shelves.
Does this affect me? If you bought cucumbers from these countries, you may have some at home. The risk is serious, so check your fridge.
What should I do? Do not eat the cucumbers. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick after eating them.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Serious · Category: fruits and vegetables · Hazard: acetamiprid - {pesticide residues} · Origin: Netherlands · Notifier: Belgium
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