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Food Safety Alert: Contaminants Detected in Wild Game Meat
On August 6, 2025, a significant food safety incident was reported concerning the presence of dioxins and dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in wild game meat, specifically duck. This contamination was identified in products originating from France and has raised serious concerns regarding the safety of consuming this type of meat.
Dioxins and dioxin-like PCBs are environmental pollutants that can accumulate in the food chain, particularly in animal fats. These substances are known for their potential adverse health effects, including immune system damage, reproductive issues, and an increased risk of cancer. The detection of these contaminants in wild game meat poses a risk not only to consumers but also highlights the importance of monitoring and controlling food safety standards.
Consumers are advised to exercise caution and avoid the consumption of wild game meat, particularly duck, until further investigations are conducted and the safety of these products is assured. Regulatory authorities are expected to take necessary actions to mitigate the risks associated with this contamination and ensure that food safety standards are upheld.
For ongoing updates and information regarding this incident, individuals are encouraged to refer to the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal, which provides timely alerts on food safety issues across Europe.
- Incident: Dioxins And Dioxin-Like Pcbs has been detected in Wild game meat duck .
- Date: 2025-08-06
- Product: Wild game meat duck
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- Origin of issue: France
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- Incident Category: Control
- Hazard Category: Contaminants
- Source: Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF)
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