Benzo(a)pyrene On Ginseng Extract From China

A ginseng extract imported from China to the Netherlands contains benzo(a)pyrene, a harmful chemical substance. This product is sold as a dietary supplement or food ingredient. The recall affects ginseng extract distributed in the Netherlands.

Product
Benzo(a)Pyrene on Ginseng Extract from China. Category: dietetic foods, food supplements and fortified foods. Origin: China
Reason
Benzo(a)Pyrene on Ginseng Extract from China
Classification
Class III
Category
food recall
Country
European Union
Agency
RASFF
Recall date
2026-04-16
Status
Ongoing
Areas affected
NL
Distribution
Netherlands

Official recall notice from RASFF

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/671bf45c-22c0-43c4-bedf-27e8edd1599d