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Prescription has been detected in Herbal And Botanical Products.

February 27 2025

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On February 7, 2025, it was reported that prescription substances have been detected in various Herbal and Botanical Products. This incident has raised concerns regarding the safety and compliance of these products.

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On February 7, 2025, it was reported that prescription substances have been detected in various Herbal and Botanical Products. This incident has raised concerns regarding the safety and compliance of these products.

The products in question originate from the Russian Federation, where the detection of such substances has prompted scrutiny. The oversight was conducted by Россельхознадзор, also known as the Rosselkhoznadzor, which is the Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance in Russia.

This incident falls under the category of "Other incident," indicating that it does not fit neatly into conventional classifications of product safety issues. While the specific hazard category remains unspecified, the presence of prescription substances in herbal products could have implications for consumer safety and regulatory compliance.

As regulatory bodies continue to investigate this matter, it highlights the importance of monitoring and ensuring that herbal and botanical products adhere to established safety standards. The findings from this incident may lead to further regulatory actions or recommendations in the industry.


  • Incident: Prescription has been detected in Herbal And Botanical Products.
  • Date: 2025-02-07
  • Product: Herbal And Botanical Products
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  • Origin of issue: Russian Federation
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  • Incident Category: Other incident
  • Hazard Category: null
  • Source: Россельхознадзор - Rosselkhoznadzor - Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance

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Tags: Other incident, Russian Federation, Россельхознадзор - Rosselkhoznadzor - Federal Ser, February 2025