EU alert · RASFF Risk: Serious Herbs and spices
Salmonella and thiamethoxam in ground chilli pepper from India
Validated by the European Commission: · Ref. 2026.6178
Summary
Border rejection notification notified by Poland concerning papryka chilli mielona /// ground chilli pepper (herbs and spices), originating from India. Hazard: pathogenic micro-organisms.
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
papryka chilli mielona /// ground chilli pepper
- Category
- Herbs and spices
- Product type
- Food
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
Hazards found (analytical results)
- Salmonella - pathogenic micro-organisms (max. permitted: nie wykryto /g)
- thiamethoxam - pesticide residues (max. permitted: 0,07 mg/kg - ppm)
Measures taken
- Distribution status: Product not (yet) placed on the market
- Notification basis: Border control - consignment detained
Source: RASFF Window — European Commission
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