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The Czech Agriculture and Food Inspection Authority (CAFIA) detected aflatoxins exceeding the limits in product under trade name Pistachios roasted salted originating from Iran (lot identification: L81000118A, best before date 3. 6. 2011, packaging ŕ 500 g). The supplier of the food is company ENCINGER, Ltd. based in Bratislava which supplied pistachios to company Kaufland Czech Republic v.o.s. in total amount of 1 620 kg.

Aflatoxins belong among mycotoxins produced by certain species of moulds and are they are dangerous substances threatening human health. Aflatoxins attack especially dried shelled fruits, for example various types of nuts and further e.g. some cereals as well.

Kaufland Czech Republic v.o.s. was ordered to withdraw immediately the food from from all its premises. However, due to the expiration date, consumers might still have the contaminated pistachios at home. With regard to the detected content of aflatoxins, CAFIA does not recommend their consumption in any case.

Information about the case was forwarded to the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASSF) which notifies other EU Member States of similar products.