Aldi recall at Christmas: risk of cancer with fruit - under no circumstances eat

Aldi Süd is recalling a product shortly before Christmas.

The fruit exceeds limit values ​​and can be dangerous for consumers.

Rheinstetten - Shortly before

,

from Rheinstetten in Baden-Württemberg is recalling one of its products.

The

are affected

.

Right now the sweet fruits are often used for

or other

.

So be careful when baking!

If you have planned a dish with figs for Christmas Eve, it is better to check again whether yours are not affected.

Recall: Dried figs from Aldi Süd are contaminated

The

the brand 

offered in the 200 g pack and exclusively with the 

 in connection with the 

best before

will be recalled.

The product was sold in

in Baden-Württemberg, Hesse and Rhineland-Palatinate.

The

are being recalled because high levels of

have been found.

In the

, Frischebox GmbH writes: “Ochratoxins belong to the class of mycotoxins

.

Mycotoxins can pose a risk to health, so as a precaution the goods should no longer be consumed. "

Aldi recall: Dried figs are carcinogenic

Aldi Süd

has "reacted immediately and has already taken the product off the market." Other batches are not affected.

The product can be returned in the relevant Aldi Süd branches.

The customers get the purchase price refunded.

According to the

,

classified as carcinogenic and mutagenic: “It is also a nerve poison, has teratogenic effects and attacks the immune system.

The main target organ is the kidney. "

According to the LGL, an average consumer ingests the most

through the consumption of grain and grain products: “In addition, dried and fresh fruits such as grapes,

and dates, as well as fruit juices and nectars, especially in small children, contribute to the exposure of ochratoxin A. “Because of the potential for pollution, grain products such as flour, dried fruits, spices, nuts and drinks are regularly tested for ochratoxin A at the (LGL).

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