Possible presence of E171 in decorative sprinkle mix for cakes from the Netherlands
- Classification
- Information notification for follow-up
- Risk
- Potential risk
- Category
- confectionery
- Hazard
- colour E 171 - titanium dioxide unauthorised use - {food additives and flavourings}
- Origin
- Netherlands
- Notifier
- Belgium
What is this? A cake-decorating sprinkle mix may contain E171, a white food colouring.
What's happening? The mix was sold in Belgium but came from the Netherlands. E171 is not allowed in this product.
Does this affect me? If you bought the mix in Belgium, check your cupboard.
What should I do? Stop using it and ask your pharmacist or doctor if you have any concerns.
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Classification: Information notification for follow-up · Risk: Potential risk · Category: confectionery · Hazard: colour E 171 - titanium dioxide unauthorised use - {food additives and flavourings} · Origin: Netherlands · Notifier: Belgium
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