EU alert · RASFF Risk: Serious New Herbs and spices
Salmonella spp. in organic dandelion leaves from Italy
Validated by the European Commission: · Ref. 2026.9172
Summary
The European Union has issued a safety alert due to the presence of Salmonella bacteria in organic dandelion leaves from Italy. These contaminated leaves may have been distributed to several countries including Austria and Sweden. The risk level is considered serious.
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
Organic ground dandelion leaves
- Category
- Herbs and spices
- Product type
- Food
- Classification
- Alert notification
Hazards found (analytical results)
- Salmonella spp. - pathogenic micro-organisms
Measures taken
- Distribution status: Distribution to other member countries
- Notification basis: Company's own check
Distributed to
Austria, Germany, Iceland, Sweden
Source: RASFF Window — European Commission
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