Ochratoxin A in Steam treated Sweet Paprika Powder Bola from Spain
- Classification
- Non-compliance notification
- Risk
- Not serious
- Category
- soups, broths, sauces and condiments
- Hazard
- ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- Spain
- Notifier
- Netherlands
What is this? Sweet paprika powder is a spice made from dried peppers. Ochratoxin A is a natural mold toxin that can sometimes be found in small amounts in spices.
What's happening? A batch of steam-treated sweet paprika powder from Spain had a little more ochratoxin A than allowed. The Dutch food watchdog found this and issued a warning.
Does this affect me? If you bought this paprika powder in the Netherlands, check if it is the affected batch. Most people are not in danger from small amounts.
What should I do? Stop using the paprika if it is the recalled batch. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell after eating it.
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Classification: Non-compliance notification · Risk: Not serious · Category: soups, broths, sauces and condiments · Hazard: ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins} · Origin: Spain · Notifier: Netherlands
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