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Sulphite not mentioned as allergen on label of shrimps from Indonesia

Classification
Alert notification
Risk
Serious
Category
crustaceans and products thereof
Hazard
sulphite improperly declared - {allergens}
Origin
Indonesia
Notifier
Belgium
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What is this? Shrimps from Indonesia may contain sulphite. Sulphite can cause allergic reactions in some people.

What's happening? The label on these shrimps does not mention sulphite as an allergen. This is against EU rules.

Does this affect me? If you are allergic to sulphite, you could be at risk if you eat these shrimps.

What should I do? Do not eat the shrimps. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you are unsure.

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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: crustaceans and products thereof · Hazard: sulphite improperly declared - {allergens} · Origin: Indonesia · Notifier: Belgium

First published
February 2, 2024
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/rasff-window/screen/search?notificationReference=2024.0751

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What is this product recall alert about?
Sulphite not mentioned as allergen on label of shrimps from Indonesia. Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: crustaceans and products thereof · Hazard: sulphite improperly declared - {allergens} · Origin: Indonesia · Notifier: Belgium
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on February 2, 2024 by EU RASFF.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to the following countries: Belgium and Austria.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on webgate.ec.europa.eu.

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