The Ministry of Health reported on December 23, 2024, right before Christmas the withdrawal from supermarkets of several batches of children’s biscuits and cured meatsdue to microbiological and chemical contamination that could pose health risks.
Below, which products are recalled and what to do in case of purchase.
Marzari cured meats withdrawn from the supermarket due to microbiological danger
A first recall concerns cured meats Salumi Marzari brandspecifically the products “Diavoletti”, “Angioletti”, “Bastoncino Vastese” and dried sausagesall with an expiration date set within six months of production. The lot reported is 48-2024produced on November 25, 2024, expiring in May 2025. The reason for this report is a microbiological risk due to presence of the bacterium Listeria monocytogenesknown to cause foodborne infections, which can be particularly dangerous for people with compromised immune systems, pregnant women and the elderly.
Consumers who have purchased these products are invited to do not consume them and return them to the point of sale for reimbursement. This is a precaution which, especially at this time of year, aims to prevent any possible risk related to nutrition, a fundamental aspect for public health safety.
Coop spelled children’s biscuits recalled due to chemical risk
Another recalled product concerns milk-free and egg-free spelled children’s biscuits, sold under the COOP brand. This product, packaged in a 170 gram box and with production lot 4224has an expiration date of January 21, 2025. The reason for this recall is achemical risk linked to the presence of lead above the limits permitted by European regulation 2023/915/EC. Lead is a heavy metal that can be harmful, especially to children, and prolonged exposure to high levels can cause serious damage to the nervous system. The recall was published on December 23, 2024, with the invitation not to consume the product and to return it to the point of sale.
What to do in case of purchase
In case you have purchased one of the recalled products, the first thing to do is do not consume them. It is essential to return them to the point of sale, as supermarkets are obliged to collect the product and to refund the price paid, as food sector operators (FBO).
In addition to the recall, if the product has already been sold to the consumer, the FBO must carry out the recall, i.e. it must inform consumers about the products at risk, also through signage to be displayed at points of sale.
Generally it is possible to return a product to a point of sale other than the one where the purchase was made as long as the shops belong to the same chain. Howeverreturn policies may vary depending on the brand and type of product marketed. It is therefore always recommended to check the specific return conditions, also because there may be other constraints, such as the need to present the original receipt.
Alternatively, it is possible contact customer service of the brand involved to obtain further clarification.
Food recalls, unfortunately, are a reality that accompanies daily consumption, but with the proper attention and timely action, it is possible to significantly reduce the risk of incurring health problems related to nutrition.
