Category Archives: Mold Toxin

France – Red Genius Smoothie 250 ml – Patulin

Gov France

Identification information of the recalled product
Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Soft drink
Product brand name
Solevita
Model names or references
Red Genius Smoothie, 250ml
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
20803896 0003004367 Use-by date 03/13/2024
Packaging
250ml bottle
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Health mark
Solevita
Geographical sales area
Whole France
Distributors
Lidl

RASFF Alerts – Ochratoxin A – Pistachios – Sultanas

RASFF

Aflatoxin B1 (92 ppb), Aflatoxin Sum (97 ppb) and Ochratoxin A (16 ppb) in pistachios from Iran via Spain in  Belgium, Curaçao, Denmark, Germany, Netherlands, Spain,

RASFF

Ochratoxin A in organic sultanas from Turkey in Germany, Luxmebourg and the Netherlands

RASFF Alerts- Aflatoxin – Dried Figs – Rice – Shelled Peanuts- Groundnuts – Pistachios –

RASFF

Presence of aflatoxins above the maximum permissible limit in rice from Pakistan in Spain

RASFF

High content of aflatoxins in shelled peanuts from Egypt in Italy

RASFF

Aflatoxin in Groundnut kernels from Paraguay in the Netherlands

RASFF

Presence of aflatoxin B1 above the maximum permissible limit in rice from Pakistan in Spain

RASFF

Aflatoxine in Groundnut Kernels from Paraguay in the Netherlands

RASFF

Aflatoxin B1 (92 ppb), Aflatoxin Sum (97 ppb) and Ochratoxin A (16 ppb) in pistachios from Iran via Spain in  Belgium, Curaçao, Denmark, Germany, Iran, Netherlands, Spain.

RASFF

Aflatoxin B1 and total aflatoxins in dried figs from Turkey in France

RASFF

Aflatoxin in Groundnuts from China in the Netherlands

Austria – Solevita Smoothie Red Genius, 250 ml – Mycotoxin – Patulin

Ages

AGES informs about a recall from Lidl Austria. The company issued a recall of the product Solevita Smoothie Red Genius, 250 ml on March 7, 2024:
© Lidl Austria
Reason for recall
Patulin residues
Marketed by
Lidl Austria
Manufacturer
Dairy Gropper GmbH & Co. KG
Expiry Date
March 13, 2024

The manufacturer Molkerei Gropper GmbH & Co. KG is currently recalling the product “Solevita Smoothie Red Genius, 250 ml” with the best-before date of March 13, 2024.

The affected smoothie contains aronia juice, which is contaminated with patulin. Patulin is a substance (mycotoxin) produced by molds that can cause nausea, vomiting and indigestion. Therefore, customers should definitely pay attention to the recall and under no circumstances consume the affected smoothie.

The affected product was sold at Lidl Austria. For reasons of consistent consumer protection, Lidl Austria reacted immediately and removed the affected product from sale. The item can be returned to all Lidl branches. The purchase price will of course be refunded, even without presentation of the receipt.

Only the product “Solevita Smoothie Red Genius, 250 ml” with the best-before date of March 13, 2024 is affected by the recall from the manufacturer Molkerei Gropper GmbH & Co. KG. Other products sold by Lidl Austria from the manufacturer Molkerei Gropper GmbH & Co. KG as well as other items from the “Solevita” brand are not affected by the recall.

Molkerei Gropper GmbH & Co. KG apologizes to all those affected for the inconvenience caused. This warning does not say that the threat was caused by Lidl Austria.

Customer service
If you have any questions on this topic, Lidl Austria customer service is available on the toll-free telephone number 0800/500 810 from Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Original recall

Belgium – AH ongezouten pistachios from the Albert Heijn brand – Aflatoxin

afsca

nootjes

In agreement with the AFSCA, Albert Heijn reminds consumers of the

‘AH ongezouten pistachios’ from the Albert Heijn brand with the best before date 07/2024.

The product contains too high aflatoxin content b2, g1 and g2) . There is no immediate health hazard. If consumed in large quantities over a long period of time, it can be harmful. 

Albert Heijn asks its customers not to consume this product and to return it to the point of sale. It will be replaced or refunded.

Product Description

  • Product category: nuts
  • Product name: AH ongezouten pistachios
  • Brand: Albert Heijn
  • Expiration date (DDM): 07/2024
  • Sales period: 01/17/2024 until 03/04/2024 inclusive
  • Type of packaging: plastic bag  
  • Weight: 200g

For any further information, please contact Albert Heijn via 0800 777 05

Belgium Dried white blackberries from the GreenAge brand – Mycotoxin – Ochratoxin A

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biofresh

In agreement with the FASFC, Biofresh Belgium is withdrawing the 100g dried white blackberries from sale and recalling it from consumers due to its excessively high ochratoxin-A content.

Biofresh Belgium asks its customers not to consume this product and to return it to the point of sale where it was purchased where it will be refunded

Product description

  • Product name: dried white blackberries 100g
  • Brand: GreenAge
  • Minimum durability date: 01/20/2025
  • Lot number(s): 2404
  • Sales period: from 02/14/2024 to 02/29/2024
  • Nature of packaging: plastic bag
  • Weight: 100g

Denmark – Risk of bacteria and mold/mould in organic food supplements (plant powder) – Bacillus cereus

Foedevarestyrelsen

Image of the product - Dragon Superfoods - Organic In Shape Mix

Coalas Naturprodukter is recalling the plant powder Dragon Superfoods – Organic In Shape Mix, which is used as a dietary supplement, as there is a risk that the product contains the bacterium Bacillus cereus and mould.

If you have the product, you should discard it or return it to the store where it was purchased.

Image of the product – Dragon Superfoods – Organic In Shape Mix
Image of the product: Dragon Superfoods – Organic In Shape Mix
Which food is recalled
Dragon Superfoods – Organic In Shape Mix, 200g

Origin: Bulgaria
Lot number: 23275

EAN barcode: 3800233685510
Best-before date: 02.04.2024

Where is the product sold
The product is sold through Salling grocery stores and on Matas.dk, as well as via a number of other web shops for food supplements under the company Firtal, e.g. Helsebixen.dk, made4men.dk or well.dk

Why is the product being recalled?
There is a risk that the product contains too high a content of the bacterium Bacillus cereus. The bacterium is found naturally in soil and on plants, but can cause illness such as vomiting and diarrhea in humans.

The risk of an increased content of mold does not constitute a health risk in the same way, but alone makes the product unsuitable for human consumption.

What should you do as a consumer?
The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration advises consumers to return the product to the store where it was purchased or to discard it.

If you experience symptoms in connection with consuming the product, you should contact your own doctor.

Who recalls the product
Koala’s Natural Products

AC Illumsvej

12, 8600 Silkeborg

Austria – Smoothie bowl with strawberry, banana, aronia and linseed – Mycotoxin – Patulin

Ages

AGES informs about a recall from Dr. Oetker GmbH. The company issued a recall of the product Smoothie Bowl with strawberry, banana, aronia and linseed on March 6, 2024:
© Dr. Oetker GmbH
Reason for recall
Patulin residues
Marketed by
Dr. Oetker GmbH
Manufacturer
Dr. Oetker GmbH
Expiry Date
April 23, 2024

Due to patulin residue, the Dr. As a precautionary measure, Oetker GmbH is returning the product “Smoothie Bowl with strawberry, banana, aronia and linseed”. Affected are 200g cups with the following information:

  • “Smoothie bowl with strawberry, banana, aronia and linseed”
  • Expiry date/best before: all until April 23, 2024

Patulin is a harmful substance (mycotoxin) produced by mold that can cause nausea, vomiting and indigestion. Therefore, customers should definitely pay attention to the recall and not consume the product mentioned.

To avoid health risks, consumers are asked to return the recalled goods to the store where the product was purchased. The purchase price will be refunded.

Original recall

Sweden – Fazer recalls Froosh Strawberry, Banana & Guava smoothies due to the mold/mould toxin patulin

Livsmedelsverket

Fazer is recalling Froosh Strawberry, Banana & Guava smoothies due to excessive levels of patulin, a mold toxin, being found in one of the ingredients used as an ingredient in the product. In high concentrations and with long-term use, patulin is harmful to health. Fazer advises not to consume the product, but to dispose of it. Fazer lists the recalled products in the press release below (link).

Research – The prevalence and concentration of mycotoxins in rice sourced from markets: A global description

Science Direct

Highlights

The manuscript discusses the global prevalence and concentrations of mycotoxins in rice.


Analysis of 61 articles with 408 studies showed a 15% (95% CI: 12–17%) global prevalence of mycotoxins in rice.


Aflatoxins and nivalenol, respectively, ranked first for the highest prevalence and pooled concentration of mycotoxins in rice.


Europe (44%) had the highest prevalence of mycotoxins in rice, followed by Africa (32%).


The highest concentration of mycotoxins is observed in Africa (32.14 μg/kg), followed by Asia (17.01 μg/kg).