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Chlorpropham has been detected in Varieties Of Oranges.

February 27 2025

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On February 24, 2025, the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF) reported a contamination incident involving varieties of oranges originating from Egypt. The contaminant detected in these oranges is chlorpropham, a chemical...

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On February 24, 2025, the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF) reported a contamination incident involving varieties of oranges originating from Egypt. The contaminant detected in these oranges is chlorpropham, a chemical commonly used as a plant growth regulator.

This incident falls under the category of Control and is classified as a Hazard Category related to Contaminants. The detection of chlorpropham in oranges raises concerns regarding food safety and regulatory compliance.

Authorities and relevant stakeholders are likely to monitor the situation closely, ensuring that necessary actions are taken to address the contamination issue. Consumers are advised to stay informed about updates related to this incident and any potential impact on the availability of affected orange varieties.

This incident highlights the importance of ongoing surveillance and regulatory measures in the food supply chain to protect public health and ensure food safety standards are upheld.


  • Incident: Chlorpropham has been detected in Varieties Of Oranges.
  • Date: 2025-02-24
  • Product: Varieties Of Oranges
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  • Origin of issue: EGYPT
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  • Incident Category: Control
  • Hazard Category: Contaminants
  • Source: Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF)

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Tags: Control, Egypt, Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASF, Contaminants, February 2025