Ochratoxin A in organic rye flakes from Latvia
- Classification
- Information notification for follow-up
- Risk
- Not serious
- Category
- cereals and bakery products
- Hazard
- ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- Latvia
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? Organic rye flakes are thin, rolled pieces of rye grain. Ochratoxin A is a natural mold poison that can sometimes be found in grains.
What's happening? Some organic rye flakes from Latvia may have a small amount of ochratoxin A. Germany has told stores to stop selling these flakes.
Does this affect me? If you bought organic rye flakes from Latvia, you may have some at home.
What should I do? Do not eat them. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell after eating them.
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Classification: Information notification for follow-up · Risk: Not serious · Category: cereals and bakery products · Hazard: ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins} · Origin: Latvia · Notifier: Germany
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