Ochratoxin A in Astragalus Extract Pulver from Croatia in Austria, Bosnia, Germany, Malaysia, Montenegro and Serbia
Ochratoxin A in Indian Rice in the Netherlands
Ochratoxin A in Indian Rice in the Netherlands
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RASFF Alerts – Mycotoxin – Ochratoxin A – Astragalus Extract Pulver – Indian Rice
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France – Brown rice pancakes, 100g, Franprix – Aflatoxin
Identification information of the recalled product
- Product category Feed
- Product subcategory Cereals and baked goods
- Product brand name Franprix
- Model names or references100g
- Identification of products
GTIN Batch Date 3263850575815 H22144J Date of minimum durability 25/05/2023 - PackagingBag
- Marketing start/end date From 08/09/2022 to 19/10/2022
- Storage temperature Product to be stored at room temperature
- Geographic area of sale Whole France
- Distributors FRANPRIX and Franprix distribution networks
Practical information regarding the recall
- Reason for recall Risk of presence of mycotoxins
- Risks incurred by the consumer Other chemical contaminants
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Belgium – Fine brown rice cakes (130g) from the Lima brand – Aflatoxin
Recall of Lima Bio Food BV
Product: Fine brown rice cakes (130g) from the Lima brand.
Problem: too high aflatoxin B1 content.
In agreement with the FASFC, Lima Bio Food BV is withdrawing the “Thin brown rice pancakes” (130g) of the Lima brand from sale and recalling them from consumers because of an excessively high content of aflatoxin B1. Lima Bio Food BV 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 reimbursed.
Product description
– Product name: Fine brown rice cakes
– Brand: Lima
– Expiry date (BDD) (“Best before (or end)”): 02/07/2023
– Batch number: R22182B
– Sales period: from 09/14/2022 to 10/18/2022
– Type of packaging: plastic film
– Weight: 130g
The product was distributed through various points of sale, including Bio-Planet stores.
For any additional information , contact:
Mrs. Nathalie Feys, +32 50 72 86 86 or nathalie.feys@hain-celestial.eu .
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Belgium – 4-grain pancakes (100g) from the Carrefour BIO brand sold in the GROCERY department
Recall from Carrefour
Product: 4-grain pancakes (100g) from the Carrefour BIO brand sold in the GROCERY department.
Problem: excessive Mycotoxin content (aflatoxin B1 and zearalenone).
Brussels, 18-10-2022 – Following an inspection and in order to guarantee consumer safety, the company CONTINENTAL BAKERIES HAUST is asking to withdraw from the market the “Galettes 4 cereals” (100 g) of the Carrefour Bio brand sold on the shelves. GROCERY of certain Carrefour stores in Belgium. This product is also being recalled from consumers.
Product Description :
Product: 4-grain pancakes
Brand: Carrefour BIO
EAN code: 3560070443291 Expiry
dates (BDD): 06/04/2023 and 06/03/2023
Batch numbers: H22154J and H22153J
All products have been withdrawn from sale. Some of these products were, however, marketed on the Belgian market before the withdrawal measure. It is therefore recommended that people who hold the product described above do not consume it and destroy it or bring it back to the point of sale where they will be reimbursed.
For any additional information , you can contact the Carrefour Belgium consumer service by dialing the free number 0800.9.10.11, from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday.
CONTINENTAL BAKERIES HAUST apologizes to Carrefour customers for the inconvenience caused.
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Luxembourg – 100% LIMA BRAND RICE CAKES- Aflatoxin
Auchan is recalling the following product :
| Last name | 100% rice cakes |
| Mark | Lima |
| Unity | 130g |
| Date of minimum durability (MDD) | 02/07/2023 |
| Sale period | from 23/09/2022 to 19/10/2022 |
Danger : Too high aflatoxin content
Aflatoxins are mycotoxins produced by certain species of Aspergillus molds which develop when the temperature and humidity level of the food is high. Aflatoxins are considered genotoxic and carcinogenic by the European Food Safety Authority and can be dangerous with high and repeated consumption.
Click to access 20221019-affichette-de-rappel-galette-de-riz-lima.pdf
Sale in Luxembourg by: Auchan
A sale by other operators cannot be excluded.
Source of information: Auchan recall notification
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Germany – Lima Rice Cakes Thin 130g – Aflatoxin
Alert type: Food
Date of first publication: 10/19/2022
Product name:
Lima Rice Cakes Thin 130g
Product images:
Lima Natural Voeding BV, Belgium
Manufacturer (distributor):
Lima Natural Voeding BV, Belgium
Reason for warning:
Elevated levels of aflatoxins
Packaging Unit: 130g
Durability: 02/07/2023
Lot identification: R22182B
Further information:
Reference is made to the attached customer information.
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Research – Straw Can Pose Mycotoxin Risk in Dairy Heifer Diets
Straw is a common, high-fiber, low-energy ingredient in U.S. dairy heifer rations. While we normally monitor grain quality to watch for harmful mycotoxins, it turns out straw can carry its own mycotoxin risk, according to a recent feed quality evaluation by Alltech, Inc.
Each year, Alltech conducts comprehensive mycotoxin testing programs in the U.S., Canada, and Europe to assess the mycotoxin risk in newly harvested grain crops. For the first time this year, wheat and barley straw were added to the sampling in Europe.
Danish farmers were worried about the damaging effects of wet weather both pre- and post-harvest. Because excessive moisture delayed straw harvest, the crops lay in the field for extended periods, damaging quality and fueling mold contamination.
A total of 70 straw samples from Denmark were evaluated. Deoxynivalenol (DON) was identified in 84% of samples, and emerging mycotoxins were found in 70% of samples. All told, 95% of samples contained some form of mycotoxin, with 50% containing two or more.
According a bulletin on mycotoxins in forage shared by the University of Wisconsin, DON may be a marker for other mycotoxins in contaminated feeds. When young dairy animals consume mycotoxins, they can be at risk for feed refusals, diarrhea, and immunosuppression. Additionally, mycotoxin-induced outcomes may be vague, and include unthriftiness, rough haircoat, poor body condition, and reproductive problems.
Alltech technical advisor and veterinarian, Dr. Radka Boutova, DVM, suggested adding straw to the list of feedstuffs that are screened for mycotoxins if it is a commonly used ingredient in a young stock ration. This is particularly important if the straw crop was stressed and/or delayed in the field due to unfavorable weather conditions, or for any straw that shows visible signs of mold.
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RASFF Alerts – Aflatoxin – Pistachios Kernels – Dried Figs – Groundnuts
Aflatoxins in pistachios kernels from the United States in Italy
Exceeding the MRL for aflatoxin and the sum of aflatoxins in dried figs from Turkey in Poland
Aflatoxin in Argentine groundnuts in the Netherlands
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RASFF Alert- Mycotoxin – Ochratoxin A – Corn Flour
Ochratoxin A (OTA) in corn flour from Poland in Belgium, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland and Romania
Ochratoxin A in Turkish dried Figs in the Netherlands
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RASFF Alert – Mycotoxins – Fumonisins – Popcorn
Fumonisins in popcorn from Argentina from Poland
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