Health officials warn that the seeds can cause acute poisoning
. No cases reported yet, but the recall aims to prevent risks from this precautionary measure.
Key Points
- Batch L25252 of 800g SIMPL peeled tomatoes (GTIN 3560070479467, expires 31/12/2028) recalled due to RASFF alert.
- Datura seeds contain tropane alkaloids causing dry mouth, dilated pupils, rapid heartbeat, confusion.
- Consumers urged not to eat and return to store; seek medical help if symptoms appear.
- No illnesses reported yet; recall is precautionary.
Andorra's Ministry of Health has recalled a batch of SIMPL brand canned whole peeled tomatoes in tomato juice over concerns about possible contamination with toxic Datura seeds.
The warning follows an alert from the European Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF). The product is sold in 800-gram tins with GTIN code 3560070479467, batch number L25252, and a minimum durability date of 31 December 2028.
As a precaution, the ministry urges anyone with this batch not to consume it and to return it to the point of sale. Datura seeds hold tropane alkaloids capable of triggering acute poisoning, including symptoms like dry mouth, dilated pupils, vision disturbances, rapid heartbeat, agitation, confusion, and disorientation.
People who have eaten the product and experience matching symptoms should contact their primary care doctor, the appropriate Primary Care Centre (CAP), or hospital emergency services without delay.
No cases of illness tied to the batch have surfaced so far. The recall seeks to prevent any potential health threats.
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