Lucrezia Ciotti A new recall food affects the Italian market: some packages of Risotto Milanese brand Knorr have been reported due to a potential risk of contamination. The warning aims to protect consumers and ensure the safety of food products on sale.
Precautionary recall of Knorr risotto due to contamination risk: information for consumers
Knorr is keen to point out that the event which determined the non-conformity of the batches occurred at a blending factory, which were subsequently assembled and packaged into the finished product at the production site in Sanguinetto (VR), in Via Roma 23.
Pending further checks, anyone who has purchased products belonging to the reported lots is advised to do not consume them and return them to the point of sale, where they can obtain a refund or replacement. The initiative, in addition to protecting public health, underscores the importance of constant monitoring along the food supply chain and transparency in customer communication, essential elements for preventing potential risks related to product contamination.
"Do not consume it," Knorr risotto recalled: 5 batches reported
Conad supermarkets have reported the recall precautionary by Knorr of five batches of Milanese risotto in a bag, due to the possible presence of metal and plastic fragments inside the product. The decision was made after the manufacturer reported the potential risk to consumer safety.
The affected packages, 175 grams with a minimum shelf life set for January 2027, show the batch numbers L5290AO810, L5293AO810, L5294AO810, L5295AO810 e L5296AO810.
The company announced that it is collaborating with the competent authorities in full compliance with current protocols to protect consumer health. It specified that: 90% of the defective packages belonging to these batches have already been blocked at large-scale retail customers, while the remaining portion may still be found on supermarket shelves; for this reason, a recall has been initiated among end consumers. A warning will be present in the stores where the product was distributed. information sign with product image and batches subject of the withdrawal.
The company also reiterated that all other KNORR brand products are perfectly safe for consumers, confirming its constant commitment to ensuring product quality, transparency towards consumers and compliance with food safety standards.