Botanical Impurities in the Supply Chain: A New Allergenic Risk Exacerbated by Geopolitical Challenges
Giulio Dinardo,
Lamia Dahdah,
Arianna Cafarotti
et al.
Abstract:Background: The supply chains of food raw materials have recently been heavily influenced by geopolitical events. Products that came from, or transited through, areas currently in conflict are now preferentially supplied from alternative areas. These changes may entail risks for food safety. Methods: We review the potential allergenicity of botanical impurities, specifically vegetable contaminants, with particular attention to the contamination of vegetable oils. We delve into the diverse types of botanical im… Show more
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