Unauthorized novel food (5-HTP from Griffonia simplicifolia extract) in food supplement from Poland
- Classification
- Information notification for follow-up
- Risk
- Undecided
- Category
- dietetic foods, food supplements and fortified foods
- Origin
- Poland
- Notifier
- Poland
What is this? A food supplement from Poland may contain an ingredient called 5-HTP. This ingredient is not approved for use in food in the EU.
What's happening? Poland has recalled a food supplement because it has 5-HTP in it. Norway is also checking for this product.
Does this affect me? If you have bought a food supplement from Poland, check if it has 5-HTP. If you are unsure, do not take it.
What should I do? Stop using the product and ask your pharmacist or doctor if you have any health concerns.
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Classification: Information notification for follow-up · Risk: Undecided · Category: dietetic foods, food supplements and fortified foods · Origin: Poland · Notifier: Poland
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