Warning olive lovers: Massive recall of pickled products across Spain
Widespread recall of olives, pickles and sweet peppers in several parts of Spain
Anyone fond of pickled treats, especially from the popular CORBÍ brand, should be aware that certain products have been urgently recalled due to containing unfit ingredients for human consumption. The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN), under the Ministry of Health, has withdrawn several items from market, including jars of mixed olives, sweet peppers and pickles.
These common grocery products originate from Jaén and have been sold to supermarkets and shops in major autonomous communities such as Catalonia, the Valencian Community, Cantabria, Madrid, Andalucia, the Balearic Islands, the Region of Murcia, Extremadura and Castilla-La Mancha.
However, the health authorities are worried that the pickled jars may have travelled even further afield.
While details are scant, what we know is that laboratory tests detected questionable components, raising concerns about their safety for human consumption. Regrettably, neither AESAN nor the producer has clarified the precise substances or associated health risks.
Consumers are strongly encouraged to inspect their pantries for possibly contaminated goods and refrain from consuming them. To assist in identifying the affected products, here are key features to look out for:
Olive Cocktail (Brand Name: CORBÍ)
- Multiple package sizes ranging from 9kg to 250g
- Contains mixed pickles like gherkins, chives and black olives
- All lot numbers and expiry dates
- Stored at room temperature
Sweet Piparras in Olive Oil (Brand Name: CORBÍ)
- Offered in 1.6kg and 220g containers
- Features sweet peppers preserved in olive oil
- All lots and best before dates
- Also stored at room temperature
Jaén Split Olives (Brand Name: CORBÍ)
- Exclusive availability in 9kg tubs
- All lots and best before dates
- Stored at room temperature
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