Unauthorized genetically modified organism (unauthorized GMM alpha-amylase) in food enzyme bought from web shop in Germany
- Classification
- Information notification for follow-up
- Risk
- Undecided
- Category
- food additives and flavourings
- Hazard
- GMO unauthorised - {GMO / novel food}
- Origin
- Germany
- Notifier
- Belgium
What is this? A food enzyme called alpha-amylase was sold online in Germany. It may contain a type of genetically changed organism (GMO) that is not allowed in Europe.
What's happening? The enzyme was bought from a web shop. Authorities found the GMO in it. They are checking where it was sold.
Does this affect me? It may have been sold in Germany, Belgium, Austria, France, Luxembourg, Spain, or Sweden. If you bought this enzyme, you might have it.
What should I do? Stop using the enzyme. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell.
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Classification: Information notification for follow-up · Risk: Undecided · Category: food additives and flavourings · Hazard: GMO unauthorised - {GMO / novel food} · Origin: Germany · Notifier: Belgium
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