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On February 21, 2025, the State Administration for Market Regulation announced an incident involving assorted melon seeds. The report highlighted that the peroxide value and peroxidation levels in the seeds exceeded acceptable limits, indicating potential contamination.
This incident originated from the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region of China, specifically linked to products sourced from Yunnan Province. The detection of elevated peroxide levels falls under the category of control incidents, which are monitored to ensure food safety and public health.
Peroxide value is a measure used to assess the degree of oxidation in fats and oils, serving as an important indicator of food quality and safety. Elevated peroxide levels can suggest that the product may not meet the required safety standards, leading to concerns about its suitability for consumption.
The State Administration for Market Regulation is responsible for overseeing food safety and market regulation in China. Their findings in this incident underscore the importance of strict monitoring and control measures in the food supply chain to prevent potential health risks associated with contaminated products.
- Incident: Peroxide Value And Peroxidation Exceeded has been detected in Assorted Melon Seeds.
- Date: 2025-02-21
- Product: Assorted Melon Seeds
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- Origin of issue: Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China, Yunnan Province
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- Incident Category: Control
- Hazard Category: Contaminants
- Source: State Administration for Market Regulation
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