Unauthorised substance ethylene oxide in emulsifying agent from France
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Undecided
- Category
- other food product / mixed
- Hazard
- ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues}
- Origin
- France *** Poland
- Notifier
- France
What is this? A food product from France may contain a chemical called ethylene oxide. This chemical is sometimes used in small amounts as a pesticide.
What's happening? Officials found ethylene oxide in an ingredient from France. They are checking where this ingredient has been sent.
Does this affect me? This may affect people in many countries who bought food with this ingredient. Check if you have food from France.
What should I do? If you are worried, ask your pharmacist or doctor. Do not eat the food if you are unsure.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Undecided · Category: other food product / mixed · Hazard: ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues} · Origin: France *** Poland · Notifier: France
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