On February 10, 2025, the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF) reported an incident involving the detection of fermentation and its variations in tomato ketchup from various brands and stores. This issue has been traced back to products originating from Poland.
The incident falls under the category of a recall and is classified as an adulteration hazard. The specific details regarding the brands and stores affected have not been disclosed in the initial report.
Consumers are advised to remain vigilant regarding their purchases of tomato ketchup, especially those sourced from Poland, as the detected fermentation may pose potential quality concerns. Retailers are expected to take appropriate actions in response to the recall.
This incident highlights the importance of food safety and the ongoing monitoring conducted by food safety authorities to ensure that products available in the market meet established standards. Further information regarding the affected products and specific actions for consumers will likely be made available as the situation develops.