Analysis of data from the European Food Safety Authority, EU Commission, shows that over 450 products were rejected between May 1, 2024, and May 30, 2026. While 365 products were rejected for presence of pesticides and heavy metals, about 50 were rejected for containing pathogens like salmonella, Aflatoxin B1 and Ochratoxin A. Many others were rejected for environmental pollution like mineral oil contamination. Herbs and spices, fruits and vegetables, nuts, nut products and seeds, cereals and bakery products and dietetic foods formed the majority of the products that were notified. Chlorpyrifos, a pesticide banned by 44 countries for being a genotoxic, carcinogenic and neurotoxic, was found in about 135 products and ethylene oxide was found in 40 products though the pesticide is not even registered in India. It is linked to blood and breast cancers, neurological problems and other health hazards. Cadmium, lead and mercury were also found in several products. (ICE NEW DELHI)

Fonte notizia: Deccan Herald