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Pesticides residues in chili peppers from Uganda

Classification
Non-compliance notification
Risk
No risk
Category
fruits and vegetables
Hazard
clothianidin - {pesticide residues}
Origin
Uganda
Notifier
Belgium
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What is this? Some chili peppers from Uganda have a small amount of a pesticide called clothianidin.

What's happening? Belgium found this pesticide in the peppers. They say it is not a big risk.

Does this affect me? If you bought chili peppers from Uganda, you may have some at home.

What should I do? Throw them away or return them. If you are worried, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Classification: Non-compliance notification · Risk: No risk · Category: fruits and vegetables · Hazard: clothianidin - {pesticide residues} · Origin: Uganda · Notifier: Belgium

First published
April 12, 2024
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/rasff-window/screen/search?notificationReference=AA24.2953

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What is this product recall alert about?
Pesticides residues in chili peppers from Uganda. Classification: Non-compliance notification · Risk: No risk · Category: fruits and vegetables · Hazard: clothianidin - {pesticide residues} · Origin: Uganda · Notifier: Belgium
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on April 12, 2024 by EU RASFF.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Belgium.
How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on webgate.ec.europa.eu.

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