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On February 21, 2025, the Norwegian Food Safety Authority, known as Mattilsynet, announced a recall of a variety of clove products due to the detection of pesticide residues. The pesticide in question is chlorpyrifos, which has raised concerns regarding its safety in food products.
The affected clove products originated from Indonesia, where the issue was identified. Chlorpyrifos is commonly used as an insecticide in agricultural practices, but its presence in food items has been scrutinized due to potential health risks associated with exposure.
This incident falls under the category of contaminants, highlighting the importance of food safety and regulatory compliance in the agricultural and food distribution sectors. The recall serves as a precautionary measure to protect consumers from potential exposure to harmful substances.
As authorities continue to monitor the situation, consumers are advised to stay informed about the developments regarding the recall and the safety of clove products in the market. The Norwegian Food Safety Authority remains vigilant in ensuring food safety standards are upheld to protect public health.
- Incident: Pesticide Chlorpyrifos And Residues has been detected in Variety Of Clove Products.
- Date: 2025-02-21
- Product: Variety Of Clove Products
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- Origin of issue: Indonesia
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- Incident Category: Recall
- Hazard Category: Contaminants
- Source: Norwegian food safety authority Mattilsynet
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