unauthorised novel food ingredient (Cordyceps sinensis) in flavouring agent from the United States
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
- Risk
- Undecided
- Category
- other food product / mixed
- Origin
- United States
- Notifier
- Spain
What is this? A food product from the United States was found to have an extra ingredient called Cordyceps sinensis. This ingredient is not approved for use in foods in the EU.
What's happening? Spain stopped this food at the border because it had an unauthorised ingredient. The risk is not yet clear.
Does this affect me? If you bought this food in Spain, it may have this ingredient. Check your food labels.
What should I do? Do not eat it. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel unwell.
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Classification: Border rejection notification · Risk: Undecided · Category: other food product / mixed · Origin: United States · Notifier: Spain
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