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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

high cadmium content in octopus

Notified by France · origin: United Kingdom

Heavy metals and contaminantsCephalopods and products thereof