EU alert · RASFF Risk: Serious Herbs and spices
ANTHRAQUINONE PESTICIDE RESIDUE ABOVE THE MRL IN CARDAMOM (Elettaria cardamomum) FROM GUATEMALA.
Validated by the European Commission: · Ref. 2026.4682
Summary
Information notification for attention notified by Spain concerning CARDAMOMO (Elettaria cardamomum) (herbs and spices), originating from Guatemala. Hazard: pesticide residues.
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
CARDAMOMO (Elettaria cardamomum)
- Category
- Herbs and spices
- Product type
- Food
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
Hazards found (analytical results)
- anthraquinone - pesticide residues — result: 0.05 mg/kg - ppm (max. permitted: 0.02 mg/kg - ppm)
Measures taken
- Distribution status: Product allowed to travel to destination under customs seals
- Notification basis: Border control - consignment released
Source: RASFF Window — European Commission
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