EU alert · RASFF Potential risk New Fish and fish products
Ruptura de la cadena de frío en filetes de merluza congelados de Namibia
Validated by the European Commission: · Ref. 2026.8495
Summary
Spain has issued a product safety alert for frozen hake fillets from Namibia, specifically species Merluccius capensis and M. paradoxus, due to concerns about possible temperature breaches during transport, which could affect food safety. The products have not been distributed in Spain or any other EU country.
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
Merluccius capensis, M.paradoxus
- Category
- Fish and fish products
- Product type
- Food
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
Measures taken
- Distribution status: No distribution from notifying country
- Notification basis: Border control - consignment detained
Source: RASFF Window — European Commission
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