Cadmium (cd) In Fresh Wild Fungi (black Truffles) Higher Than The Permitted Limit

Fresh black truffles from Iraq distributed in Greece have been recalled because they contain cadmium levels above the legal limit. Cadmium is a toxic metal that can accumulate in the body with repeated exposure. This recall affects consumers who purchased these truffles in Greece.

Product

Cadmium (Cd) in fresh wild fungi (black truffles) higher than the permitted limit. Category: fruits and vegetables. Origin: Iraq

Reason

Cadmium (Cd) in fresh wild fungi (black truffles) higher than the permitted limit

Classification

Class II

Category

food recall

Country

European Union

Agency

RASFF

Recall date

2026-07-16

Status

Ongoing

Areas affected

GR

Distribution

Greece

Official recall notice from RASFF

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/3ca1c078-02f2-4a1b-8625-376a384c6bda