Tag: patulin: a mycotoxin

  • CFIA Notification: Verger Belliveau Orchard Sweet Apple Cider Recalled

    The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) reports that Verger Belliveau Orchard Sweet Apple Cider is recalled due to patulin which is a toxic chemical produced from a number of moulds such as Penicillium and Aspergillus. Recall Classification: “Class 3. Class 3“ is a situation in which the use of, or exposure to, a violative product is…

  • CFIA Notice: Certain Verger Belliveau Orchard Brand Cider is Recalled

    On October 15, 2013, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) issued the  notice below regarding a recall of certain Verger Belliveau Orchard brand cider because it may contain patulin, a mycotoxin. This product was distributed for retail in New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island.