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COT statement on pyrrolizidine alkaloids in food
Pyrrolizidine alkaloids are a large group of natural toxins produced by plants that have been associated with livestock diseases and human poisoning after contamination of staple foods. They have potential for transfer to other food products. The COT was asked for its view on the risk assessment of pyrrolizidine alkaloids in food and whether it considered potential human exposure to be a concern.
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