Israel Recalls Ground Black Pepper Over Aflatoxin Contamination
Translated & summarized from Cursorinfo by baba
Israel's Ministry of Health has recalled "Tavlinnei Gal" brand ground black pepper due to high levels of harmful aflatoxins. Consumers are urged to return products with expiration dates of February 2028 or earlier.
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- Israel recalls ground black pepper over aflatoxin contamination.
- Ministry of Health found excessive toxins and production violations.
- All packages with expiration dates of February 2028 or earlier are affected.
- Consumers are warned not to eat the product.
- Manufacturer Tevel Spices is handling returns.
Israel's Ministry of Health has ordered an urgent recall of ground black pepper from the brand "Tavlinnei Gal" due to elevated levels of aflatoxins, a toxic substance produced by mold. The product is manufactured by Tevel Spices and Food Products Ltd. The recall was initiated after a food safety inspection by the ministry's Food Service Division detected that the pepper exceeded permissible aflatoxin limits and was produced in violation of legal requirements.
The ministry issued a warning on Wednesday evening, September 16, urging consumers to return all packages of "Ground Black Pepper" under the "Tavlinnei Gal" brand. The affected products include 50-gram bags, and 50, 80, and 120-gram plastic jars. The recall specifically targets products with a "best before" date of February 2028 or earlier.
Aflatoxins are natural toxins produced by fungi that can cause illness and long-term health damage. The Ministry of Health emphasized that consumers should not consume the contaminated product. Tevel Spices and Food Products Ltd. has also informed customers about the recall and provided a phone number, 050-901-9600, for further information and return processing.
Consumers who have purchased the "Tavlinnei Gal" brand ground black pepper are advised to check the packaging size and expiration date. If the product matches the recalled parameters, it should be returned to the manufacturer and not consumed.
