Unapproved novel food kratom from the Czech Republic
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- other food product / mixed
- Hazard
- novel food unauthorised - {novel food}
- Origin
- Czechia
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? Kratom is a plant from Southeast Asia. It is sold as a food or drink in some countries.
What's happening? Germany found kratom from the Czech Republic. It is not approved as safe food in the EU.
Does this affect me? If you bought kratom in Germany or Austria, this notice may apply to you.
What should I do? Stop eating or drinking it. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: other food product / mixed · Hazard: novel food unauthorised - {novel food} · Origin: Czechia · Notifier: Germany
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