Ochratoxin A in dried figs from Turkey
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
- Risk
- Potentially serious
- Category
- fruits and vegetables
- Hazard
- ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- Türkiye
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? Some dried figs from Turkey may have a harmful mold called ochratoxin A.
What's happening? Germany found too much ochratoxin A in dried figs from Turkey. These figs may be unsafe to eat.
Does this affect me? If you bought dried figs from Turkey, check where they came from.
What should I do? Do not eat them. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick.
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Classification: Border rejection notification · Risk: Potentially serious · Category: fruits and vegetables · Hazard: ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins} · Origin: Türkiye · Notifier: Germany
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