Banaba Leaf Extract (lagerstroemia Speciosa) - Absence Of Original Certificate, Unauthorized Novel Food
Banaba leaf extract products sold in Croatia are being recalled because they lack proper certification and have not been authorized as novel foods, which is required by European regulations. The products originated from India and were distributed as dietary supplements and fortified foods. This is classified as a Class II recall, meaning the product is unlikely to cause serious health effects but violates food safety and labeling requirements.
- Product
- Banaba leaf extract (Lagerstroemia speciosa) - absence of original certificate, unauthorized novel food. Category: dietetic foods, food supplements and fortified foods. Origin: India
- Reason
- Banaba leaf extract (Lagerstroemia speciosa) - absence of original certificate, unauthorized novel food
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- food recall
- Country
- European Union
- Agency
- RASFF
- Recall date
- 2026-07-28
- Status
- Ongoing
- Areas affected
- HR
- Distribution
- Croatia
Official recall notice from RASFF
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/c7bdc736-a44c-40c1-8dc9-096fed98c4f3