Unauthorised Sudan dyes (I, III and IV) in chilli crushed with seed
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- herbs and spices
- Hazard
- Sudan 4 unauthorised colour - {composition}
- Origin
- unknown origin
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? Some crushed chilli with seeds may have a red dye called Sudan 4. This dye is not allowed in food.
What's happening? Germany found this dye in some chilli products. The products were sold in Germany, France, Italy, and Luxembourg.
Does this affect me? If you bought crushed chilli with seeds from these countries, check your food.
What should I do? Do not eat it. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: herbs and spices · Hazard: Sudan 4 unauthorised colour - {composition} · Origin: unknown origin · Notifier: Germany
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