Residues Of Unauthorised Pesticide - Clothianidin - In Fresh Lemons From Egypt

Fresh lemons imported from Egypt to Cyprus contain residues of clothianidin, a pesticide that is not approved for use on lemons. The lemons were distributed in Cyprus. This is classified as a Class II recall, which indicates a potential health concern but not an immediate threat.

Product

RESIDUES OF UNAUTHORISED PESTICIDE - CLOTHIANIDIN - IN FRESH LEMONS FROM EGYPT. Category: fruits and vegetables. Origin: Egypt

Reason

RESIDUES OF UNAUTHORISED PESTICIDE - CLOTHIANIDIN - IN FRESH LEMONS FROM EGYPT

Classification

Class II

Category

food recall

Country

European Union

Agency

RASFF

Recall date

2026-05-25

Status

Ongoing

Areas affected

CY

Distribution

Cyprus

Official recall notice from RASFF

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/1c4d8900-4223-498c-b9ca-599c43db3db2