A Product recall was launched on May 27, 2025 concerning bottles of 42g ground black pepper brand Carrefour Classic. This current product in French kitchens is affected by contamination to a natural toxin dangerous for health. This withdrawal affects all lots with a minimum durability date ranging from January to July 2028.
Products concerned by the recall
The references of the product concerned are as follows:
- Brand : Carrefour Classic
- Product : Ground black pepper 42g
- Reference : All lots
- Gtin : 3560070762101
- Minimum durability dates (DDM) ::
- 01/2028
- 04/2028
- 06/2028
- 07/2028
- Packaging : 42g glass bottle
- Marketing : from 11/01/2024 to 05/27/2025
- Sales area : Whole France
- Distributer : Crossroads
- End of recall date : July 27, 2025
What are the risks to health?
The presence ofAflatoxins B1 at rates above the standard is a proven danger. These natural toxins produced by certain fungi can be accumulated in the body. In high doses or on prolonged consumption, they increase the risk of serious liver disorders, especially for people with liver diseases like hepatitis. It is formally not recommended to consume this product.
How to be reimbursed?
Consumers are invited to not consume the product, at the store or to the destroy. THE refund is possible in store. A green number is available for any questions: 0805 908 070.