Food Safety Incidents

Acrylamide Contamination has been detected in Organic spelt and oat bran galette.

Written by SGS Digicomply Editorial Team | Jul 29, 2025 10:00:00 PM

On July 2, 2025, a contamination incident was reported involving organic spelt and oat bran galette originating from France. This incident falls under the category of control and has been classified as a hazard related to contaminants.

The detection of acrylamide, a substance that can form in certain foods during high-temperature cooking processes, triggered the alert. The information regarding this contamination was published on the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF), which serves as a notification system for food safety issues across Europe.

Consumers and suppliers are advised to remain vigilant regarding potential contamination issues in food products. The specific details regarding the extent of the contamination or the distribution of the affected products have not been disclosed. Authorities are expected to conduct further investigations to address the issue and ensure food safety standards are maintained.

As the situation develops, updates may be provided through official channels to keep stakeholders informed about any necessary actions or recommendations regarding the affected product.

  • Incident: Acrylamide Contamination has been detected in Organic spelt and oat bran galette.
  • Date: 2025-07-02
  • Product: Organic spelt and oat bran galette
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  • Origin of issue: France
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  • Incident Category: Control
  • Hazard Category: Contaminants
  • Source: Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF)