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Aflatoxin contamination has been detected in various varieties of groundnuts, raising significant concerns regarding food safety. The incident was reported on January 20, 2025, and is categorized under control measures due to the presence of bio-contaminants. The source of the contamination has been traced to the United States of America.
The Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF) has been the primary source of information regarding this incident. Aflatoxins are toxic compounds produced by certain molds that can grow on agricultural products, including groundnuts. Their presence poses a risk to human health, particularly in food products.
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges in ensuring food safety and the importance of monitoring agricultural products for contaminants. Regulatory agencies and food safety authorities are advised to stay vigilant and implement necessary control measures to address the contamination in affected groundnut varieties.
As the situation develops, further updates may be provided through official channels to keep stakeholders informed about the status of the groundnut supply and any actions taken in response to this contamination event.
- Incident: Aflatoxin Contamination has been detected in Varieties Of Groundnuts.
- Date: 2025-01-20
- Product: Varieties Of Groundnuts
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- Origin of issue: United States of America
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- Incident Category: Control
- Hazard Category: Bio-contaminants
- Source: Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF)
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