First published Oct 20, 2026, 11:32:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 20, 2026, 11:32:15 PM UTC

Unauthorized novel food betel nut in herb mix, from India via the UK — Netherlands

Reported by EU RASFF serious food and feed alerts

A notification reports unauthorized novel food betel nut in a herb mix originating in India via the UK, with the Netherlands listed as an affected distribution country. The risk decision is described as potentially serious, and the notification is for follow-up.

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Affected location: Netherlands

Illustrative image: Areca Nut in small packs, usually labelled as betel nut in South India. — Ask27/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0

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