Presence of Aflatoxins above permitted limits in shelled Pistachios from Jordan
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- nuts, nut products and seeds
- Hazard
- Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** aflatoxin total - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- Jordan
- Notifier
- Italy
What is this? Some shelled pistachios from Jordan may have too much of a natural mold poison called aflatoxin.
What's happening? Italy found these pistachios have aflatoxin levels above what is allowed. They have been stopped at the border.
Does this affect me? If you bought shelled pistachios from Jordan, check the package or ask the store.
What should I do? Do not eat them. Return them to the shop and ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell.
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Classification: Border rejection notification · Risk: Serious · Category: nuts, nut products and seeds · Hazard: Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** aflatoxin total - {mycotoxins} · Origin: Jordan · Notifier: Italy
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