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🍎 Food LU February 9, 2021

unacceptable organoleptic modification

Classification
Non-compliance notification
Risk
Not serious
Category
food contact materials
Hazard
organoleptic characteristics unsuitable - {organoleptic aspects}
Origin
China
Notifier
Luxembourg
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What is this? Some food containers from China may smell or taste bad. This is called an organoleptic change.

What's happening? These containers were sold in Luxembourg. They do not meet safety rules for smell or taste.

Does this affect me? If you bought food in these containers, check them.

What should I do? Stop using them. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Classification: Non-compliance notification · Risk: Not serious · Category: food contact materials · Hazard: organoleptic characteristics unsuitable - {organoleptic aspects} · Origin: China · Notifier: Luxembourg

First published
February 9, 2021
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/rasff-window/screen/search?notificationReference=AA21.0649

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What is this product recall alert about?
unacceptable organoleptic modification. Classification: Non-compliance notification · Risk: Not serious · Category: food contact materials · Hazard: organoleptic characteristics unsuitable - {organoleptic aspects} · Origin: China · Notifier: Luxembourg
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on February 9, 2021 by EU RASFF.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Luxembourg.
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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