Unauthorized substance monocrotophos in horseradish tree pods (Moringa oleifera) from India
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- fruits and vegetables
- Hazard
- monocrotophos unauthorised substance - {pesticide residues}
- Origin
- India
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? Some horseradish tree pods from India have a pesticide called monocrotophos. This is not allowed in food sold in Europe.
What's happening? Germany found this pesticide in pods from India. They stopped these pods from entering the country.
Does this affect me? If you bought horseradish tree pods recently, check where they came from. Only pods from India may be affected.
What should I do? If you have these pods, do not eat them. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using them.
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Classification: Border rejection notification · Risk: Serious · Category: fruits and vegetables · Hazard: monocrotophos unauthorised substance - {pesticide residues} · Origin: India · Notifier: Germany
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