Ochratoxin A in Turkish dried figs
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- fruits and vegetables
- Hazard
- ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- Türkiye
- Notifier
- Netherlands
What is this? Dried figs from Turkey may have a harmful mold called ochratoxin A.
What's happening? Some dried figs from Turkey were stopped at the border because they had too much of this mold.
Does this affect me? If you bought dried figs from Turkey, check the package or ask the store.
What should I do? Do not eat them if you are unsure. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
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Classification: Border rejection notification · Risk: Serious · Category: fruits and vegetables · Hazard: ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins} · Origin: Türkiye · Notifier: Netherlands
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