presence of histamine in anchovy paste
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- fish and fish products
- Hazard
- histamine - {biological contaminants}
- Origin
- Italy
- Notifier
- Italy
What is this? Anchovy paste is a thick, salty spread made from anchovies. Histamine is a natural compound that can form in fish if it is not stored properly.
What's happening? Some batches of anchovy paste from Italy may have too much histamine. This can make people sick.
Does this affect me? If you bought anchovy paste from Italy, you might be affected. This recall includes many countries in Europe and beyond.
What should I do? Do not eat the recalled anchovy paste. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell after eating it.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: fish and fish products · Hazard: histamine - {biological contaminants} · Origin: Italy · Notifier: Italy
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