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Heavy metals and contaminants

Chemical contaminants such as lead, cadmium, mercury, arsenic, dioxins, PAHs, 3-MCPD or ethylene oxide above the limits set in EU law.

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What it can cause

Most of these substances accumulate in the body. The risk comes mainly from long-term exposure; some are carcinogenic.

What to do

Stop using the product and follow the instructions in the alert.

General information only — not medical advice. If you have worrying symptoms, contact a doctor or call 112.

RASFFSerious risk

Lead in deer sausage from Austria

Notified by Czechia · origin: Austria

Heavy metals and contaminantsMeat and meat products (other than poultry)

RASFFSerious risk

Ethylene oxide in cinnamon

Notified by France · origin: Vietnam

Heavy metals and contaminantsHerbs and spices

RASFFSerious risk

arsenic in lemon sole filets

Notified by Netherlands · origin: United Kingdom

Heavy metals and contaminantsFish and fish products

Safety GateSerious risk

Electric kettle — risk: electric shock, fire

Notified by United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland · origin: People's Republic of China

Electric shock, FireElectrical appliances and equipment