Withdrawal of 5 Seeds Blend due to the Presence of the Unauthorised Pesticide Ethylene Oxide in the
Friday, 09 October 2020
| Alert Summary | |
|---|---|
| Category 2: | For Information |
| Alert Notification: | 2020.64 |
| Product Identification: | 5 Seeds Blend; pack size: 25kg |
| Batch Code | 42201025; best before date: 10/02/2021 |
| Country Of Origin: | France |
Summary:
Category 2 Food Alert for Information: A batch of 5 Seeds Blend is being withdrawn due to the presence of the unauthorised pesticide ethylene oxide.
Message:
The above batch of 5 Seeds Blend is being withdrawn due to the presence of the pesticide ethylene oxide in the sesame seeds originating from India. This pesticide is not authorised for use in foods sold in the EU. The implicated batch was sold for use in food businesses such as bakeries.
