EU alert · RASFF Risk: Serious Other food product / mixed
Undeclared allergens sesame and peanuts in tahini halva
Validated by the European Commission: · Ref. 2026.8325
Summary
The European Commission has issued a safety alert about tahini halva products from Iraq that contain undeclared allergens sesame and peanuts. These products were distributed to Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Consumers who are allergic to these ingredients should be aware of the potential risk.
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
Tahini halva
- Category
- Other food product / mixed
- Product type
- Food
- Classification
- Alert notification
Measures taken
- Distribution status: Distribution to other member countries
- Notification basis: Official control on the market
Distributed to
Denmark, Norway, Sweden
Source: RASFF Window — European Commission
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