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On February 6, 2025, the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF) issued a notification regarding the detection of Ethylene Oxide in certain Nutritional Supplements originating from India. This incident falls under the category of Control and is classified as a Contaminants hazard.
Ethylene Oxide is a chemical that is commonly used as a sterilizing agent and is not permitted in food products due to its potential health risks. The presence of this contaminant in nutritional supplements raises significant concerns regarding consumer safety and product integrity. The RASFF notification serves as a critical alert to stakeholders in the food and supplement industries, emphasizing the importance of rigorous testing and quality control measures.
As regulatory bodies and manufacturers assess this situation, it is essential for consumers to remain informed about product safety in the nutritional supplement market. The identification of such contaminants highlights the ongoing need for vigilance in monitoring food safety standards, especially regarding products imported from different regions.
- Incident: Ethylene Oxide has been detected in Nutritional Supplements.
- Date: 2025-02-06
- Product: Nutritional Supplements
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- Origin of issue: India
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- Incident Category: Control
- Hazard Category: Contaminants
- Source: Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF)
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