Exceedance Of Perfluorohexane Sulphonic Acid In Nephrops

Nephrops (scampi) from Ireland have been found to contain higher levels of perfluorohexane sulphonic acid than permitted. This chemical, which can accumulate in seafood, exceeded safety limits in the tested product. The recall affects nephrops and related products distributed in Ireland.

Product
Exceedance of Perfluorohexane sulphonic acid in nephrops. Category: crustaceans and products thereof. Origin: Ireland
Reason
Exceedance of Perfluorohexane sulphonic acid in nephrops
Classification
Class III
Category
food recall
Country
European Union
Agency
RASFF
Recall date
2026-05-21
Status
Ongoing
Areas affected
IE
Distribution
Ireland

Official recall notice from RASFF

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/7fa3b390-f748-4e7f-aeb8-b63341d49957