Two well-known Italian supermarket chains recently recalled some batches of popcorn corn due to the possible presence of harmful substances. In fact, the checks revealed tropane alkaloids beyond the legal limits, these are natural compounds that can have toxic effects on the nervous system and the heart if taken in high quantities.
Below are the details of the recalls to watch out for.
Recall Conad
Conad has ordered the recall of 4 lots of its own brand popcorn corn, produced by Melandri Gaudenzio Srl in the Bagnacavallo (Ravenna) plant and packaged in 400 gram bags. The measure was taken as a precaution after detecting tropane alkaloids.
Below are the recalled lots with their minimum shelf life (TMC):
Conad invites consumers not to consume the product and to return it to the point of sale for return.
I recall Sigma
Sigma also recalled a batch of its own brand popcorn corn, also produced by Melandri Gaudenzio Srl in the same plant. The recall concerns a single batch, sold in 500 g bags.
These are the specifications:
Sigma also recommends not consuming the product and returning it to the point of sale.
Sources: Conad /Sigma
