First published Oct 20, 2026, 11:33:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 20, 2026, 11:33:15 PM UTC

Unauthorised dyes Sudan I and Sudan IV in sumac from Turkey — Germany

Reported by EU RASFF serious food and feed alerts

A serious alert notification reported unauthorised Sudan I and Sudan IV dyes in ground sumac originating from Turkey, with Germany named as an affected distribution country. The source states distribution to other member countries and was published on October 20, 2026.

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Affected location: Germany

Illustrative image: The velvety texture and the forking pattern of the branches, reminiscent of antlers, have led to the common name "stag's horn sumach". In both French and German, the common name of the species (Sumac vinaigrier, Essigbaum) means "vinegar tree". The Name sumac comes from the fact that its acidic fruit were added to vinegar to intensify its acidity. It's natural area is located in the eastern United States and Canada. Rhus was brought to France about 1620 and 1621 is currently in a Parisian garden — Katya from Moscow, Russia/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0

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EU RASFF serious food and feed alerts Unauthorised dyes Sudan I and Sudan IV in sumac from Turkey — GermanySource: European Commission RASFF, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Adapted by Planet Briefing. Usage terms

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