Food Safety Incidents

Erythorbic acid has been detected in Tinned peaches.

Written by SGS Digicomply Editorial Team | Mar 31, 2026 10:00:00 PM

Food Safety Incident Report

Date of Incident: March 26, 2026

A recent food safety incident has been reported involving tinned peaches originating from China. The Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF) has detected the presence of erythorbic acid in these products. Erythorbic acid is a food additive commonly used as an antioxidant and preservative in various food items.

This incident falls under the category of control, indicating that there may be concerns regarding the safety and compliance of the product with food safety regulations. The detection of erythorbic acid raises questions about the manufacturing processes and quality control measures in place during the production of these tinned peaches.

Consumers are advised to be cautious and to check for any relevant advisories or recalls related to tinned peaches. It is essential to ensure that food products are safe for consumption and comply with established food safety standards.

Authorities are likely to conduct further investigations to determine the extent of the issue and to implement necessary measures to protect public health. It is crucial for food manufacturers to adhere to strict safety protocols to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.

For more information, consumers should stay informed through official food safety channels and reports.

  • Incident: Erythorbic acid has been detected in Tinned peaches.
  • Date: 2026-03-26
  • Product: Tinned peaches
  • Market: Available to SGS Digicomply users only. Explore the platform (for enterprises, no individual plans)
  • Origin of issue: China
  • Hazard: Available to SGS Digicomply users only. Explore the platform (for enterprises, no individual plans)
  • Incident Category: Control
  • Source: Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF)