EU alert · RASFF Risk: Not serious Fish and fish products
Anisakidae spp. larvae detected in mackerel (Scomber scombrus) from Norway.
Validated by the European Commission: · Ref. 2026.3968
Summary
Information notification for follow-up notified by Latvia concerning mackerel (Scomber scombrus) (fish and fish products), originating from Norway. Hazard: parasitic infestation.
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
mackerel (Scomber scombrus)
- Category
- Fish and fish products
- Product type
- Food
- Classification
- Information notification for follow-up
Hazards found (analytical results)
- Anisakis simplex - parasitic infestation with - parasitic infestation — result: In 3 fish, 18–23 Anisakis sp. were detected on the serosal membranes.
- Anisakis simplex - parasitic infestation with - parasitic infestation — result: In 3 fish, 4–72 Anisakis sp. were detected on the serosal membranes.
Measures taken
- Distribution status: No distribution from notifying country
- Notification basis: Official control on the market
Distributed to
Latvia, Norway
Source: RASFF Window — European Commission
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