Ochratoxin A in chopped dried figs from Türkiye
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- fruits and vegetables
- Hazard
- ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- Germany *** Türkiye
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? Some dried figs from Türkiye may have a mold poison called ochratoxin A. This can be harmful if eaten a lot.
What's happening? Germany found too much ochratoxin A in chopped dried figs from Türkiye. These figs were sold in Germany and Switzerland.
Does this affect me? You may have bought these figs in Germany or Switzerland. Check your dried fruit at home.
What should I do? Throw away any chopped dried figs from Türkiye. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: fruits and vegetables · Hazard: ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins} · Origin: Germany *** Türkiye · Notifier: Germany
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