Health Ministry Recalls Ground Black Pepper Over Toxin Contamination
Translated & summarized from Kipa by baba
Israel's Ministry of Health has recalled ground black pepper from the Gal Spices brand due to high levels of toxic aflatoxins. Consumers are advised not to eat the product, which is available in multiple package sizes and expires up to February 2028.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Ground black pepper recalled due to toxic fungal contamination.
- Ministry of Health found high levels of aflatoxins in the product.
- Aflatoxins can cause illness and long-term health damage.
- Recall affects all expiration dates up to February 2028.
- Consumers are urged not to consume the product.
The Israeli Ministry of Health has announced a recall of ground black pepper produced by Tebel Spices and Food Products Ltd. under the Gal Spices brand. The recall was initiated after the Food Service found elevated levels of aflatoxins, toxic substances produced by fungi, in the product. Aflatoxins are naturally occurring and can cause illness and long-term health damage.
The affected product is ground black pepper with all expiration dates up to and including February 2028. It is sold in four package sizes: 50-gram bags, 50-gram plastic jars, 80-gram jars, and 120-gram jars.
Consumers who have purchased the product are urged not to consume it. Tebel Spices stated that the product was manufactured in violation of regulations and is being removed from distribution channels. The recall is being conducted in coordination with the Food Service in the Northern District.
