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On March 14, 2025, an incident involving the unauthorized use of bamboo and bamboo fibre was detected in certain bamboo fibre and plastic cups. This issue originated in China and has raised significant concerns regarding product integrity.
The incident has been categorized under the control category, indicating a critical need for oversight to ensure compliance with safety regulations. The hazard category is classified as adulteration, which refers to the contamination or improper mixing of products that may compromise their quality and safety.
The information regarding this incident was reported through the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF), which serves as a vital tool for monitoring and addressing food safety issues across member countries. The unauthorized use of bamboo and bamboo fibre in these products could lead to potential risks for consumers, prompting scrutiny from regulatory authorities.
This incident highlights the importance of ensuring that materials used in consumer products meet established safety standards and are sourced and manufactured in compliance with regulations. Stakeholders are urged to remain vigilant in monitoring product contents to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
- Incident: Unauthorised Use Of Bamboo And Bamboo Fibre has been detected in Bamboo fibre and plastic cups.
- Date: 2025-03-14
- Product: Bamboo fibre and plastic cups
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- Origin of issue: China
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- Incident Category: Control
- Hazard Category: Adulteration
- Source: Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF)
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