Carcinogenic mycotoxins (aflatoxins) detected in spices – results of monitoring in 2021

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Mar 7, 2022 - Foods

Carcinogenic mycotoxins (aflatoxins) detected in spices – results of monitoring in 2021

In 2021, as part of food monitoring at CVUA Sigmaringen, 29 spice samples (dill, rosemary, and oregano) were tested for mycotoxins. It was found that approximately 25% of the samples were contaminated with mycotoxins. 

The kidney-toxic and genotoxic Ochratoxin A was not detected in any sample, the eight positive samples contained small amounts of the carcinogenic aflatoxins. The findings were each below the maximum levels according to Regulation (EC) 1881/2006 on contaminants in foodstuffs. 

Further information:

Aflatoxins in food – EFSA Report

Food monitoring: www.bvl.bund.de

Information on mycotoxins from BfR: www.bfr.bund.de

In our Tentamus laboratories, we regularly conduct tests for mycotoxins. We provide you with fast and reliable results. If you have any questions, our customer consultants are happy to assist you.

Source: CVUA Sigmaringen, Publication 17.02.22