EU alert · RASFF Risk: Serious Bivalve molluscs and products thereof
Presence of E. coli at levels exceeding legal limits in clams from Italy
Validated by the European Commission: · Ref. 2026.1794
Summary
Information notification for attention notified by Spain concerning Chirla // Clam (bivalve molluscs and products thereof), originating from Spain. Hazard: pathogenic micro-organisms.
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Product
Chirla // Clam
- Category
- Bivalve molluscs and products thereof
- Product type
- Food
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
Hazards found (analytical results)
- e.coli - pathogenic micro-organisms — result: Los 5 ejemplares > 230 MPN / The 5 samples > 230 MPN /100g (max. permitted: < 230 MPN/100g)
Measures taken
- Distribution status: Product (presumably) no longer on the market
- Notification basis: Official control on the market
Distributed to
Italy, Spain
Source: RASFF Window — European Commission
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