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On July 1, 2025, a notification was issued regarding the detection of unmentioned sulphites in garlic meal. This incident was reported through the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF), which serves to inform relevant authorities about potential food safety issues across Europe.
The garlic meal in question originated from France and falls under the category of control incidents. While the specific hazard category was not listed, the presence of unmentioned sulphites raises concerns about compliance with food labeling regulations. Sulphites are commonly used as preservatives but must be declared on product labels to ensure consumer safety, particularly for individuals with sensitivities or allergies.
This incident highlights the importance of rigorous monitoring and compliance within the food supply chain to safeguard public health. Authorities are likely to conduct further investigations to assess the extent of the issue and implement necessary measures to prevent recurrence.
- Incident: Unmentioned sulphites has been detected in Garlic meal.
- Date: 2025-07-01
- Product: Garlic meal
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- Origin of issue: France
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- Incident Category: Control
- Hazard Category: null
- Source: Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF)
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