Ochratoxin A In Wheat Products, Oat Products, Rice Products And Other Grain Products - April 1, 2018 To March 31, 2019

​A targeted survey analyzed 495 samples of wheat products, oat products, rice products, and other grains (e.g. barley, quinoa) for ochratoxin A (naturally occurring toxin released by molds. This mold occurs when grains are improperly stored. OTA was found in 45% of samples tested. Levels in these samples did not pose a health risk to Canadian consumers and there were no product recalls resulting from this survey. Overall, our survey results suggest that grains are safe for consumption.

Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments

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