Mycotoxins in pistachios from the USA, via Germany
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- nuts, nut products and seeds
- Hazard
- Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- United States
- Notifier
- Netherlands
What is this? Some pistachios from the USA may have small amounts of mold poisons called aflatoxin B1 and ochratoxin A.
What's happening? These pistachios came through Germany and reached the Netherlands. They are being taken off store shelves.
Does this affect me? If you have bought pistachios 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 pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: nuts, nut products and seeds · Hazard: Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins} · Origin: United States · Notifier: Netherlands
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