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On February 18, 2025, a significant food safety incident was reported involving the detection of unauthorized food additives in a post harvest treatment compound. The incident originated in the United States of America and falls under the category of control measures due to its implications for food safety.
The compound in question is utilized in the post harvest treatment of agricultural products, a critical stage in food production and preservation. The presence of unauthorized additives raises concerns regarding the integrity and safety of food products treated with this compound.
This incident has been categorized as adulteration, highlighting the potential risks associated with the use of non-compliant substances in food-related applications. The information regarding this incident was disseminated through the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF), a platform designed to quickly inform relevant authorities and stakeholders about food safety issues.
Authorities are expected to investigate the matter further to assess the extent of the issue and implement necessary control measures. The detection of unauthorized food additives underscores the importance of stringent regulatory oversight in the food production sector, particularly in the context of post harvest treatments.
- Incident: Unauthorised Food Additives has been detected in Post harvest treatment compound.
- Date: 2025-02-18
- Product: Post harvest treatment compound
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- Origin of issue: United States of America
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- Incident Category: Control
- Hazard Category: Adulteration
- Source: Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF)
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