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Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids has been detected in Marjoram.

February 27 2025

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Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids have been detected in Marjoram, a culinary herb commonly used for flavoring dishes. This incident was reported on February 7, 2025, and the source of the issue has been identified as originating from Egypt.

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Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids have been detected in Marjoram, a culinary herb commonly used for flavoring dishes. This incident was reported on February 7, 2025, and the source of the issue has been identified as originating from Egypt.

The detection of Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids is classified under the incident category of Control and falls within the hazard category of Bio-contaminants. These alkaloids are naturally occurring compounds that can pose risks if consumed in significant amounts.

The report was published by the Informační centrum bezpečnosti potravin, which is dedicated to monitoring food safety and providing relevant information regarding food products and potential hazards.

Consumers and retailers are advised to be aware of this incident, particularly those handling or consuming Marjoram sourced from Egypt. Further investigation and monitoring may be required to ensure food safety and to mitigate any potential risks associated with the presence of Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids in this product.


  • Incident: Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids has been detected in Marjoram.
  • Date: 2025-02-07
  • Product: Marjoram
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  • Origin of issue: Egypt
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  • Incident Category: Control
  • Hazard Category: Bio-contaminants
  • Source: Informační centrum bezpečnosti potravin

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Tags: Control, Bio-contaminants, Egypt, Informační centrum bezpečnosti potravin, February 2025