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Food Safety Incident Report
Date of Incident: March 12, 2026
A significant food safety incident has been reported involving the detection of metal fragments in licorice extract granules. This incident falls under the category of foreign bodies, which poses a serious risk to consumer health and safety.
The licorice extract granules, originating from Iran, have been identified as potentially hazardous due to the presence of these foreign metal fragments. Such contamination can occur during the processing or packaging stages, highlighting the importance of stringent quality control measures in food production.
Consumers are advised to exercise caution and refrain from using any licorice extract granules that may be affected by this recall. It is crucial for individuals to check their pantry and dispose of any products that may be linked to this incident to avoid potential health risks.
Regulatory authorities are actively monitoring the situation and have initiated a recall to remove the affected products from the market. This incident underscores the necessity for ongoing vigilance in food safety practices to ensure that all food products are free from contaminants.
For further updates and information regarding this recall, consumers should refer to official food safety channels and advisories.
- Incident: Metal Fragments has been detected in Licorice extract granules.
- Date: 2026-03-12
- Product: Licorice extract granules
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- Origin of issue: Iran
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- Incident Category: Recall
- Hazard Category: Foreign Bodies
- Source: Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF)
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