Salmonella spp. in dehydrated mint leaves from the Islamic Republic of Iran
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- herbs and spices
- Hazard
- Salmonella spp. - {pathogenic micro-organisms}
- Origin
- Iran
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? A food notice says some dried mint leaves from Iran may have harmful bacteria called salmonella.
What's happening? Germany found salmonella in these mint leaves and is warning people to be careful.
Does this affect me? If you have dried mint leaves from Iran, you might be at risk.
What should I do? Stop using the mint and ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel sick.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Serious · Category: herbs and spices · Hazard: Salmonella spp. - {pathogenic micro-organisms} · Origin: Iran · Notifier: Germany
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