Ochratoxin A (8.2 µg/kg - ppb) in wholemeal rye flour (type 2000) from Poland
- Classification
- Information notification for follow-up
- Risk
- Undecided
- Category
- cereals and bakery products
- Hazard
- ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- Poland
- Notifier
- Poland
What is this? Ochratoxin A is a natural poison made by some moulds. It can sometimes be found in flour.
What's happening? A small amount of this poison was found in wholemeal rye flour from Poland. The flour was sold in Poland and Ireland.
Does this affect me? If you bought this type of flour, you may have some at home. Check the bag for "type 2000" and "wholemeal rye."
What should I do? Do not eat it. Throw it away or return it to the shop. If you feel unwell, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
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Classification: Information notification for follow-up · Risk: Undecided · Category: cereals and bakery products · Hazard: ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins} · Origin: Poland · Notifier: Poland
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