withdrawal of terrines from France containing additive from Turkey exceeding MRL for ethylene oxide
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- other food product / mixed
- Hazard
- ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues}
- Origin
- France *** Türkiye
- Notifier
- Belgium
What is this? Some French terrines have too much ethylene oxide, a chemical used to kill germs. This chemical is not allowed in these foods above a certain level.
What's happening? France has recalled these terrines because they have too much ethylene oxide. The recall was first reported by Belgium.
Does this affect me? If you live in Belgium or France and bought these terrines, you may be affected. Check your fridge or cupboard.
What should I do? Do not eat the recalled terrines. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell after eating them.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: other food product / mixed · Hazard: ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues} · Origin: France *** Türkiye · Notifier: Belgium
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