Several popcorn brands recalled due to elevated toxin levels

Retailers have been told to remove the implicated batches from sale and display and the FSAI recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale in stores that stock the affected batches. File Picture: Pexels

Several brands of popcorn kernel have been recalled following the discovery of elevated levels of a naturally occurring toxin.

The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) issued the recall on Monday after elevated levels of aflatoxin were found in several batches.