EU alert · RASFF Risk: Serious New Fruits and vegetables
Aflatoxin B1 in dried figs from Türkiye
Validated by the European Commission: · Ref. 2026.8606
Summary
Some dried figs from Türkiye have been found to contain high levels of a toxic substance called aflatoxin B1. The level of this toxin is above the maximum allowed amount, posing a serious risk to health if consumed. These contaminated figs have not yet been sold in the EU and were detained at the border by Greek authorities.
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
Dried figs
- Category
- Fruits and vegetables
- Product type
- Food
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
Hazards found (analytical results)
- Aflatoxin B1 - mycotoxins — result: 9,9±2,3 µg/kg - ppb (max. permitted: 6,0 µg/kg - ppb)
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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