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Recall of Batches of SuperValu Seed Mix and Sesame Seeds due to the Presence of the Unauthorised Pes

Wednesday, 20 January 2021

Alert Summary
Category 2: For Information
Alert Notification: 2021.08
Product Identification: See table below for product detail
Batch Code See table below for batch details

Summary:
Category 2 Food Alert for Information: SuperValu is recalls certain batches of its Seed Mix and Sesame Seeds due to the presence of the unauthorised pesticide ethylene oxide.

Message:

SuperValu is recalling certain batches of its Seed Mix and Sesame Seeds due to the presence of the unauthorised pesticide ethylene oxide.  This pesticide is not authorised for use in foods sold in the EU. Although the consumption of products containing the contaminated sesame seeds does not pose an immediate risk to health, there may be heath issues if there is continued consumption of ethylene oxide over a long period. Therefore, exposure to this substance needs to be minimised. Point-of-sale recall notices will be displayed in stores supplied with the implicated batches.

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