EU alert · RASFF Potential risk New Nuts, nut products and seeds
Pest infestation with moths and moth larvae in diced almonds
Validated by the European Commission: · Ref. 2026.9230
Summary
A pest infestation with moths and moth larvae has been detected in diced almonds from Spain. The affected nuts may be distributed in various EU countries, including Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Poland, and Spain. This poses a potential risk of contamination to consumers.
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
Diced almonds
- Category
- Nuts, nut products and seeds
- Product type
- Food
- Classification
- Information notification for follow-up
Measures taken
- Distribution status: Distribution to other member countries
- Notification basis: Company's own check
Distributed to
Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Poland, Spain
Source: RASFF Window — European Commission
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