Moroccan olives deemed dangerous

The Rasff warned against the distribution in Spain of these olives imported from Morocco. However, According to the proceedings. Similarly, the analysis of this batch of Moroccan olives revealed that Moroccan olives would contain unauthorized additives, in particular sulfur dioxide (E220) and sulfites (E228), whose level has reached 56 mg/kg, thus exceeding the authorized legal limit.

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These additives are generally used as antioxidants and for the conservation of color, but exceeding the authorized quantities can constitute a health risk, especially for people sensitive to sulfur or suffering from respiratory diseases, we warn. The symptoms that can be felt are headache. skin irritations, respiratory disorders, which can go as far as serious allergic reactions in certain cases.

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The Spanish authorities assure that these Moroccan olives have only been distributed on Spanish moroccan olives deemed dangerous territory. that no case of health problems linked to the product had been recorded so far. It is indicated that the European Commission. the competent authorities had followed the case and issued notifications to the authorities concerned, but no decision has been taken for the moment as to the withdrawal of the cargo.