EU alert · RASFF Risk: Potentially serious Herbs and spices
Benzo(a)pyrene and PAHs detected above permitted limits in crumbled tarragon from Slovakia
Validated by the European Commission: · Ref. 2025.10475
Summary
Information notification for follow-up notified by Hungary (herbs and spices), originating from Slovakia. Hazard: heavy metals and contaminants.
A RASFF notification means that a risk was identified and shared between national authorities. It does not necessarily mean the product was sold in every country — check the distribution list and the measures taken.
Product
Benzo(a)pyrene and PAHs detected above permitted limits in crumbled tarragon from Slovakia
- Category
- Herbs and spices
- Classification
- Information notification for follow-up
Source: RASFF Window — European Commission
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