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🍙 Dried seaweed refers to algae harvested from the sea, cleaned, and subsequently dried to extend their shelf life. In Asian cuisine, dried seaweed is commonly used in sushi, soups, salads, and broths. Dried seaweed is rich in nutrients - such as: 🟢 Vitamins 🟢 Minerals, e.g. iodine, which is crucial for the function of the thyroid gland and hormone regulation However, due to its ability to absorb contaminants like heavy metals from its environment, regular monitoring of #DriedSeaweed is essential to ensure quality and safety. ⚠️ According to the monitoring conducted in 2023 by the German Federal Office of Consumer Protection and #FoodSafety, 10% of the monitored samples contained lead levels exceeding 0.4 mg/kg, cadmium above 3.3 mg/kg, and copper above 8.52 mg/kg. Additionally, 10% showed arsenic levels higher than 37.6 mg/kg. 🇪🇺 In the European Union, the legal maximum levels for heavy metals in food are defined by Regulation (EC) No. 1881/2006. For dried seaweed for use in food supplements, a maximum content of 3.0 mg/kg of cadmium of dry matter applies. There are currently no specific maximum levels for lead, copper and arsenic in dried seaweed. However, the introduction of a legal maximum level is being discussed and is the subject of current consultations on consumer health protection. 🏷️ Out of 82 #Seaweed samples analyzed, 75 had iodine levels exceeding 20 mg per kilogram of dry mass, requiring a warning label about potential thyroid function issues from excessive iodine intake. However, 10 of these 75 samples lacked the mandatory warning label. 🔬 Our #Laboratories make sure that limit values for dried seaweed are not exceeded and that its content and labeling comply with the applicable legal requirements. We carry out all necessary analyses and ensure rapid order processing. 📧 Contact us for more information: food@tentamus.com

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Nicole Bokelmann

Director of Business Development & Marketing | Fast Lab Analyses with Individual Consultation

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Important insights on dried seaweed safety! 🌊🔬 Keeping quality high and consumers protected is key.

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