Recall of a Batch of Holland and Barrett Lucky Liquorice Roots Due to Ochratoxin A
Friday, 17 May 2019
| Alert Summary | |
|---|---|
| Category 2: | For Information |
| Alert Notification: | 2019.19 |
| Product Identification: | Holland & Barrett good stuff lucky liquorice root, pack size: 100g |
| Batch Code | 130567, ‘best-before’ end: January 2020 |
| Country Of Origin: | Azerbaijan |
Summary:
Category 2 Food Alert for Information: the implicated batch of liquorice roots is recalled due to the presence of the mycotoxin, ochratoxin A.
Message:
A high level of ochratoxin A was detected in the above batch of liquorice roots. Ochratoxin A is a toxin which is produced by fungi growing on the plant material. Consumers who have the implicated batch should dispose of it or return it to Holland & Barrett.