EU alert · RASFF Potential risk New Other food product / mixed
Presence of unauthorized component (milk) in custard preparations from Nigeria
Validated by the European Commission: · Ref. 2026.9100
Summary
An EU safety alert highlights the presence of an unauthorized milk component in custard preparations originating from Nigeria. The product, classified as a mixed food item, poses a potential risk but has not yet been placed on the market. Italian border authorities detained the consignment during control checks.
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
Custard preparations
- Category
- Other food product / mixed
- Product type
- Food
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
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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