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Recall of Certain Batches of Heera Sesame Seeds due to the Presence of the Unauthorised Pesticide Et

Friday, 23 April 2021

Alert Summary
Category 2: For Information
Alert Notification: 2021.35
Product Identification: Heera Sesame Seeds Natural, pack size: 1kg, 400g, 100g
Batch Code 3G1271020; 3G2261020; and 3G1261020, Best before date: September 2022
Country Of Origin: India

Summary:
Category 2 Food Alert for Information: Batches of Heera Sesame Seeds Natural are being recalled due to the presence of the unauthorised pesticide ethylene oxide.

Message:

The above batches of Heera Sesame Seeds Natural are being recalled due to the presence of the unauthorised pesticide ethylene oxide. This pesticide is not authorised for use in foods sold in the EU. Although consumption of the contaminated sesame seed does not pose an immediate risk to health, there may be health issues if there is continued consumption of ethylene oxide over a long period. Therefore, exposure to this substance needs to be minimised.

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