RASFF – Ochratoxin A (17.5 µg/kg – ppb) in sultanas from Turkey in Malta
RASFF – Aflatoxins (Tot. = 9.3 µg/kg – ppb) in groundnuts from Brazil in Italy
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 19.15; Tot. = 35.61 µg/kg – ppb) in roasted and salted pistachio nuts from Turkey in Germany
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 8.1 µg/kg – ppb) in nutmeg powder from Indonesia in France
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This is the third annual report that measures our success in receiving early warning on problems with food and feed. The Reportable Food Registry (RFR) has already proven itself an invaluable tool to help prevent contaminated food from reaching the public.
By providing early warning about potential public-health risks from reportable foods, the Registry increases the speed with which the FDA, its state- and local-level partners, and industry can remove hazards from the marketplace.
The RFR data also is providing valuable data to help meet requirements under the Food Safety Modernization Act. For example, we can use the data to identify hazards associated with products for which we have not previously made such an association and thus identify foods for which preventive controls may be needed. The data are also being used to help target inspections, plan work, identify and prioritize risks and develop guidance for industry. The FDA will continue working closely with the food and feed industries to enhance this important and beneficial tool.
Michael R. Taylor Deputy Commissioner for Foods and Veterinary Medicine
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RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 12.7; Tot. = 16.4 µg/kg – ppb) in spicy coated peanuts from India in the UK
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 4.8 µg/kg – ppb) in groundnut kernels from China in the Netherlands
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 32.4; Tot. = 40.1 µg/kg – ppb) in whole nutmegs from Indonesia in the UK
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The occurrence and relevance of food incidents notified through the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed, the findings of audits to third countries carried out by the Food and Veterinary Office, as well as the quarterly reports on consignments of feed and food of non- animal origin submitted by Member States to the Commission in accordance with Article 15 of Regulation (EC) No 669/2009 indicate that the list should be amended.
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In particular, for consignments of dried vine fruit from Afghanistan, watermelons from Brazil, strawberries from China, peas and beans from Kenya, mint from Morocco, watermelon seeds and derived products from Sierra Leone and certain herbs, spices and vegetables from Vietnam, the relevant sources of information indicate the emergence of new risks and/or a degree of non- compliance with the relevant safety requirements, thereby warranting the introduction of an increased level of official controls. Entries concerning those consignments should be therefore included in the list.
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 9.4 mg/kg – ppm) in roasted and salted pistachio nuts from the United States, via Luxembourg in Germany
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 199.5; Tot. = 201.8 / B1 = 124.4; Tot. = 134.9 µg/kg – ppb) in Brazil nuts from Brazil in Italy
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 19.5; Tot. = 20.7 µg/kg – ppb) in nutmeg shrivels from Indonesia in Italy
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 21; Tot. = 24 µg/kg – ppb) in nutmeg from Indonesia in the Netherlands
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RASFF -Aflatoxins (B1 = 10; Tot. = 12 µg/kg – ppb) in groundnuts from China in the Netherlands
RASFF -Aflatoxins (Tot. = 9.3 µg/kg – ppb) in groundnuts from China in the Netherlands
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 16.3; Tot. = 35.2 µg/kg – ppb) in pistachios from Turkey in Germany
RASFF – Ochratoxin A (5.10 µg/kg – ppb) in rye flour from Poland
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 54; Tot. = 62 µg/kg – ppb) in blanched groundnut kernels from China in the Netherlands
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 10; Tot. = 10 µg/kg – ppb) in groundnuts from Argentina in the Netherlands
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 4.0; Tot. = 6.2 µg/kg – ppb) in groundnuts from Brazil in the UK
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 27 / B1 = 11 / B1 = 44 / B1 = 49 µg/kg – ppb) in rice bran for horses from Sweden
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 4.8 µg/kg – ppb) in millet flour from Senegal in Italy
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 15.1; Tot. = 34 µg/kg – ppb) in dried figs from the Netherlands in Germany
RASFF – Ochratoxin A (6.6 µg/kg – ppb) in aseptic grape must concentrate from Iran in Italy
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 16.8; Tot. = 17.3 µg/kg – ppb) in chilli hot powder from India in Ireland
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 7.7 µg/kg – ppb) in crushed chilli from India in Bulgaria
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 38.8; Tot. = 97.3 µg/kg – ppb) in roasted pistachios from Turkey in Germany
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 5.2; Tot. = 6.1 µg/kg – ppb) in peanut butter from India in the UK
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Rural King Distributing of Mattoon, IL is recalling 205 tons of Deer Corn, because it has the potential to be contaminated with aflatoxin.
Aflatoxin is a naturally occurring mold by-product. Animals that have consumed any of the above recalled products may exhibit symptoms of illness including sluggishness, unthriftiness, or lethargy combined with a reluctance to eat, yellowish tint to the eyes, or diarrhea. Consumption of feed containing high amounts of aflatoxin can be fatal to some animals. Deer Corn was distributed to 63 retail stores in Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio, and Michigan.
Deer Corn is packaged in a green, black, and brown camouflage bags weighing 50 lbs. The product UPC Code is 689139348193.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The issue was called to attention stemming from testing by the Office of the Indiana State Chemist.
Consumers are urged to return Deer Corn to the store where they have purchased for full reimbursement. Consumers with questions may call the company at 1-800-561-1752 between the hours of 8am and 5 pm CST.
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