Ochratoxin A in date syrup from Sweden
- Classification
- Information notification for follow-up
- Risk
- Undecided
- Category
- other food product / mixed
- Hazard
- ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- Sweden
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? Date syrup is a thick, sweet liquid made from dates. Ochratoxin A is a natural mold toxin that can sometimes be found in small amounts in foods.
What's happening? A batch of date syrup from Sweden was found to have ochratoxin A. Germany told stores to stop selling it.
Does this affect me? If you bought date syrup from Sweden, you might have some at home.
What should I do? Throw it away or return it to the store. If you’re not sure, ask your pharmacist or doctor.
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Classification: Information notification for follow-up · Risk: Undecided · Category: other food product / mixed · Hazard: ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins} · Origin: Sweden · Notifier: Germany
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