ochratoxin A (56.1 mg/kg - ppm) in raisins from Afghanistan, via Lithuania
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- fruits and vegetables
- Hazard
- ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- Afghanistan
- Notifier
- Latvia
What is this? Raisins from Afghanistan may have a mold toxin called ochratoxin A. Too much can be harmful.
What's happening? Some raisins sold in Latvia, Lithuania, and Moldova had too much ochratoxin A. They were recalled.
Does this affect me? If you bought raisins from these countries, check the package. You might have some at home.
What should I do? Do not eat the raisins. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel sick.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: fruits and vegetables · Hazard: ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins} · Origin: Afghanistan · Notifier: Latvia
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