Ochratoxin A in organic raisins from Uzbekistan, via Türkiye
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- fruits and vegetables
- Hazard
- ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- Uzbekistan
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? Raisins from Uzbekistan may have a mold toxin called ochratoxin A. This can happen if the raisins are not dried or stored properly.
What's happening? Some organic raisins from Uzbekistan, sold through Türkiye, have too much ochratoxin A. Germany found this and told other countries.
Does this affect me? If you bought organic raisins from Uzbekistan or Türkiye, you might have some. Check your pantry.
What should I do? Stop eating them. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick. Return the raisins to the store for a refund.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Serious · Category: fruits and vegetables · Hazard: ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins} · Origin: Uzbekistan · Notifier: Germany
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