Presenza di ocratossina in quinoa/presence of ochratoxin in quinoa
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Potentially serious
- Category
- cereals and bakery products
- Hazard
- ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- Italy
- Notifier
- Italy
What is this? Quinoa may have a harmful mold called ochratoxin A. This can happen if the quinoa is not stored properly.
What's happening? Some quinoa sold in Italy, Albania, and San Marino may have too much ochratoxin A. This is a warning to check your quinoa.
Does this affect me? If you bought quinoa in Italy, Albania, or San Marino, this may affect you. The problem has been fixed, but check your food.
What should I do? Do not eat the quinoa if it looks or smells bad. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Potentially serious · Category: cereals and bakery products · Hazard: ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins} · Origin: Italy · Notifier: Italy
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