S. Javiana in black pepper from Brazil
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- herbs and spices
- Hazard
- Salmonella Javiana - {pathogenic micro-organisms}
- Origin
- Brazil
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? A batch of black pepper from Brazil has been found to contain a harmful germ called Salmonella Javiana.
What's happening? German officials stopped the pepper at the border because it tested positive for this germ.
Does this affect me? Only if you bought this specific black pepper from Brazil. Most store shelves are safe.
What should I do? Throw it away or return it. If you feel sick, ask your doctor or pharmacist what to do.
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Classification: Border rejection notification · Risk: Serious · Category: herbs and spices · Hazard: Salmonella Javiana - {pathogenic micro-organisms} · Origin: Brazil · Notifier: Germany
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