Food Safety Incidents

Metal Fragments has been detected in Butter waffles with syrup.

Written by SGS Digicomply Editorial Team | Oct 30, 2025 11:00:00 PM

Food Safety Incident Report

Date: October 20, 2025

A significant food safety incident has been reported involving butter waffles with syrup. Metal fragments have been detected in these products, leading to a recall. This incident has been categorized under foreign bodies, which poses a serious health risk to consumers.

The origin of this issue has been traced back to the Netherlands, where the affected butter waffles with syrup were produced. The presence of metal fragments in food products can result in severe injuries if ingested, making it imperative for consumers to be aware of this recall.

Consumers are advised to check their pantry for any butter waffles with syrup purchased recently. If found, these products should not be consumed and should be returned to the place of purchase for a refund or disposal. It is crucial for consumers to remain vigilant and report any similar incidents to local health authorities.

This incident underscores the importance of rigorous food safety measures in the production and packaging processes. Manufacturers must ensure that their products are free from foreign bodies to protect consumer health and maintain trust in food safety standards.

For further updates and information regarding this recall, consumers should refer to local health department announcements and food safety resources.

  • Incident: Metal Fragments has been detected in Butter waffles with syrup.
  • Date: 2025-10-20
  • Product: Butter waffles with syrup
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  • Origin of issue: Netherlands
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  • Incident Category: Recall
  • Hazard Category: Foreign Bodies
  • Source: Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF)