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Food Safety Alert: Contamination Detected in Celery Varieties
On November 7, 2025, a significant food safety incident was reported involving various types of celery originating from the Netherlands. The European Commission has issued a warning regarding the detection of dithiocarbamates, a group of chemical compounds often used in agricultural practices, in these celery products.
Dithiocarbamates are primarily utilized as fungicides and can pose health risks if consumed in significant quantities. The presence of such contaminants in food products raises serious concerns about food safety and consumer health. It is crucial for consumers to be aware of the potential hazards associated with contaminated produce.
Authorities are advising consumers to check their celery products and to avoid consumption if they suspect contamination. Retailers and distributors are urged to remove affected products from shelves and to ensure that any remaining stock is safe for consumption.
This incident highlights the importance of stringent food safety measures and monitoring systems to prevent contaminated food products from reaching consumers. Ongoing vigilance is essential to protect public health and maintain trust in food supply chains.
For further updates and information, consumers are encouraged to stay informed through official food safety channels and regulatory bodies.
- Incident: Dithiocarbamates has been detected in Varieties Of Celery.
- Date: 2025-11-07
- Product: Varieties Of Celery
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- Origin of issue: Netherlands
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- Incident Category: Fraud
- Hazard Category: Contaminants
- Source: European Commission Press Release Database
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