Ears of wheat "Triticum - black wisp- natural"
Health risk / other Decorative articles Serious risk
| Alert Number | 0700/11 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Decorative articles |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Italy |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Published | 29 July 2011 |
Risk Description
null The product poses a health risk because it contains Pyemotes sp., a mite which is capable of biting humans and causing those handling infested material to develop serious pruritic dermatitis, characterised by vesicles which cause secondary infections when they burst. In rare cases those affected may suffer headaches, vomiting, diarrhoea and anorexia in addition to dermatitis.15 cases reported.
Product Description
Ears of wheat sold to florists in bunches, used in floral arrangements and for ceremonial events.