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On February 7, 2025, the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare in Japan announced the detection of mold in certain sweet potato products. This discovery prompted an immediate recall of the affected items to ensure consumer safety.
The incident falls under the category of bio-contaminants, highlighting the potential health risks associated with mold exposure in food products. The recall aims to address and mitigate any risks posed to consumers by removing contaminated products from the market.
Consumers are advised to check their purchases against the recall notice to determine if their sweet potato products are affected. The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare is taking steps to manage the situation and ensure that food safety standards are upheld.
This incident underscores the importance of food monitoring and safety regulations in protecting public health. The Ministry continues to investigate the source of the contamination and will provide updates as necessary.
For further information, consumers can refer to official communications from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare regarding the recall and safety measures in place.
- Incident: Mold has been detected in Sweet Potato Products.
- Date: 2025-02-07
- Product: Sweet Potato Products
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- Incident Category: Recall
- Hazard Category: Bio-contaminants
- Source: Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare - Japan
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