An organic rice cake that we believe to be healthy, a package stored in the cupboard… and a recall which occurs several weeks after the purchase. The Biocoop store chain has launched a recall of extra fine 130 g wholemeal rice cake bags sold throughout France, due to a compliance problem detected during checks.
This recall, of a voluntary nature, targets a single specific batch of this product sold at room temperature between October and December 2025. In question: residues of unauthorized phytosanitary productswith a risk mentioned over time in the event of repeated consumption. It remains to be seen whether your packet of rice cakes is affected.
How to recognize the recalled Biocoop whole grain rice cakes?
The recall concerns the Biocoop reference Extra fine brown rice pancake 130gpackaged in 130 g sachets. The affected packages have the GTIN code 3760121216397, the lot number 1625148 and a minimum durability date (MBD) of 11/28/2026. The products were offered for sale in the Biocoop network throughout France.
To quickly check your package, several elements must match:
- Product name and brand: Extra fine brown rice pancake 130g Biocoop
- Weight indicated: 130 g
- GTIN near barcode: 3760121216397
- Lot number: 1625148
- DDM: 11/28/2026
Why this recall of Biocoop extra fine brown rice cakes?
The analyzes revealed the presence of traces of
dithiocarbamates in this batch of brown rice cakes. This is a family of fungicides used in agriculture, classified among pesticides. In this specific case, the residues detected correspond to unauthorized phytosanitary products, which triggered a recall as a precautionary measure.
The risk described mainly concerns repeated consumption over time. The authorities speak of a cumulative effect, that is to say that regular exposure, even in small doses, can end up causing a problem. No acute symptoms are mentioned, but you are asked to completely stop consuming these cakes as soon as the batch concerned is identified.
What to do if you bought these Biocoop rice cakes?
The sachets concerned were marketed from 10/13/2025 to 12/10/2025 in all Biocoop stores in France, at room temperature. If your package corresponds to the references indicated, you should no longer consume it or use it in cooking. It is also recommended not to give it to relatives, associations or animals.
Two solutions are offered: return the product to a Biocoop store to obtain a refund or exchange, or destroy it at home if you cannot travel. The recall procedure is announced until 03/26/2026, and an information number, 0800 807 102, answers questions from consumers who have already purchased or consumed these pancakes.