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🍎 Food NL BE FR DE LU January 27, 2021

withdrawal of satay powder from France, containing sesame seeds possibly contaminated with unauthorised substance ethylene oxide

Classification
Alert notification
Risk
Serious
Category
soups, broths, sauces and condiments
Hazard
ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues}
Origin
France *** India
Notifier
Netherlands
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What is this? A food recall is happening for satay powder sold in France. It may have sesame seeds with a small amount of a cleaning chemical called ethylene oxide.

What's happening? Stores in France and nearby countries are taking this satay powder off shelves. The powder might have unsafe levels of ethylene oxide.

Does this affect me? If you bought satay powder in France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, or Luxembourg, check your food.

What should I do? Stop eating the satay powder. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell.

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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: soups, broths, sauces and condiments · Hazard: ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues} · Origin: France *** India · Notifier: Netherlands

First published
January 27, 2021
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/rasff-window/screen/search?notificationReference=2021.0432

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What is this product recall alert about?
withdrawal of satay powder from France, containing sesame seeds possibly contaminated with unauthorised substance ethylene oxide. Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: soups, broths, sauces and condiments · Hazard: ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues} · Origin: France *** India · Notifier: Netherlands
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on January 27, 2021 by EU RASFF.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to the following countries: Netherlands, Belgium, France, Germany, and Luxembourg.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on webgate.ec.europa.eu.

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