Specialty stores across Denmark are recalling ginger powder due to high levels of PAH compounds found in the products, according to The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (Fødevarestyrelsen).
PAH (polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons) are tar-like substances that can enter food through contamination during processing, often due to production errors.
Studies indicate that PAH compounds may be carcinogenic. With elevated levels found in the ginger powder, there may be a health risk.
Consumers are advised to discard the product or return it to the store where it was purchased.
