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Food Alert - Not to consume Australian Apricot Kernels

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summary:Newstart Heath Supplies has recalled Aprisnax Australian Raw Apricot Kernels from their online store and health food stores nationally, due to high levels of hydrocyanic acid....
Newstart HeAustralian Apricot Kernelsath Supplies has recalled Aprisnax Australian Raw Apricot Kernels from their online store and health food stores nationally, due to high levels of hydrocyanic acid. Food products containing high levels of hydrocyanic acid may cause illness if consumed. Consumers should not eat this product and should return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.

Date notified to FSANZ

20/08/2014

Food type

Raw apricot kernels from apricot seeds

Product name

Aprisnax Australian Raw Apricot Kernels

Package description and size

Black Food-grade stand-up pouch, shelf stable - 1kg

Date marking

Best Before NOV 2015

Country of origin

Australia

Reason for recall

High levels of hydrocyanic acid

Distribution

The product has been sold via their online store (www.oznatureshop.com.au) and health food stores nationally

Consumer advice

Food products containing high levels of hydrocyanic acid may cause illness if consumed. Consumers should not eat this product and should return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.

Contact

Newstart Heath Supplies

0414 493 121

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