Chlorpyrifos-methyl In Fresh Peppers From Türkiye

Fresh peppers imported from Türkiye to Bulgaria contain chlorpyrifos-methyl, a pesticide residue that exceeds permitted levels. The recall affects peppers distributed in Bulgaria. This is classified as a Class II recall, indicating a situation where consumption is unlikely to cause adverse health effects.

Product

Chlorpyrifos-methyl in fresh peppers from Türkiye. Category: fruits and vegetables. Origin: Türkiye

Reason

Chlorpyrifos-methyl in fresh peppers from Türkiye

Classification

Class II

Category

food recall

Country

European Union

Agency

RASFF

Recall date

2026-06-22

Status

Ongoing

Areas affected

BG

Distribution

Bulgaria

Official recall notice from RASFF

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/b54f3d81-6618-45a9-b88c-fd041c273d32