Consumer reminder: Sold at Auchan, Carrefour and Leclerc, these almond cakes contain hydrogen cyanide

Consumer reminder: Sold at Auchan, Carrefour and Leclerc, these almond cakes contain hydrogen cyanide
Amaretti morbidi almond 175g from the SAPORI brand, sold in several supermarkets in France, are subject to emergency withdrawal. These small Italian biscuits, very popular for their soft texture and their almond taste, have an excess of hydrocyanic acid levels, an anomaly which can expose consumers to a risk of poisoning.

The opinion of consumer reminderbroadcast on December 5, 2025concerns a specific batch of this sweet product. Marketed since October 10, 2025 in various supermarkets, these amaretti are packaged in 175 g bags and can be stored at room temperature. The recall, of a voluntary nature, comes from the supplier Traditional World Foods EPIDIS SAS.

Consumer reminder: Amaretti morbidi almond SAPORIcontaminated biscuits sold at
Auchan, Carrefour, Leclerc

The references of the recalled products are as follows:

  • Brand : SAPORI
  • Model / Reference: Amaretti morbidi almond 175g
  • Batch number: 355185 2
  • GTIN: 8000895003379
  • DDM: 04/07/2026
  • Sales area: Whole France
  • Distributors: AUCHAN, CARREFOUR, LECLERC
  • End of procedure: February 4, 2025

What are the health risks?

The reason given in the opinion of consumer reminder
concerns a hydrocyanic acid level higher than the recommended limit. This substance, also called hydrogen cyanide, naturally present in certain almond-based products, can, if the concentration is too high, lead to poisoning. Symptoms include headache, dizziness, nausea, or trouble breathing. In more serious cases, ingesting too large doses may cause discomfort requiring medical attention.

How to get reimbursed?

Consumers can report Amaretti morbidi almond SAPORI at their point of sale, particularly at
Auchan, Crossroads And
Leclercin order to obtain a refund. No receipt is required. It is also possible to contact the store for more information. The recall procedure runs until February 4, 2025.