Consumer reminder: these chickpea chips contain toxic substances

Consumer reminder: these chickpea chips contain toxic substances
A batch of 80 g chickpea chips from the Aline&Olivier brand, sold in the Intermarché network, is the subject of a product recall because these products are likely to contain excessively high levels of 3-MCPD and fatty acid esters of 3-MCPD.

These legume chips, an alternative to classic snacks, are removed from the shelves at the request of the manufacturer A & O Nutrition Bio. The recall follows the identification of levels exceeding regulatory thresholds in a specific batch, while these chemical contaminants are subject to reinforced monitoring.

Consumer reminder: Aline&Olivier chickpea chips sold at Intermarché

The references of the recalled products are as follows:

  • Brand : Aline&Olivier
  • Model / Reference: Chickpea chips 80g
  • Batch number: T074242685 E03
  • GTIN: 3760094310238
  • Minimum durability date: 12/21/2025
  • Geographical sales area: Whole France
  • Distributer : Intermarché
  • End date of recall procedure: December 21, 2025

What are the health risks?

The recall concerns excessively high levels of
3-MCPD and fatty acid esters of
3-MCPDchemical contaminants likely to cause harmful effects on the kidneys and hormonal system with repeated exposure. Occasional consumption remains low risk, but the authorities recommend not exceeding the limits set.

How to get reimbursed?

Consumers must stop consuming the product and return it to their Intermarché store to obtain a refund. For any questions, consumer service can be reached at 0490936061.