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Plastic Fragments has been detected in Frozen Spinach Products.

March 31 2025

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On March 17, 2025, the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF) reported an incident involving frozen spinach products. The issue pertains to the detection of plastic fragments within these products, categorized under foreign...

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On March 17, 2025, the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF) reported an incident involving frozen spinach products. The issue pertains to the detection of plastic fragments within these products, categorized under foreign bodies. The origin of the problem has been traced back to Germany.

This incident falls under the broader category of other incidents, highlighting concerns regarding food safety and the potential hazards associated with foreign material in food items. The identification of plastic fragments in frozen spinach raises significant issues for consumers and regulatory bodies alike, emphasizing the importance of stringent quality control measures in food production.

As the situation develops, authorities are expected to investigate the source of the contamination further to prevent similar occurrences in the future. Consumers are advised to remain vigilant and stay informed regarding any updates related to this incident.


  • Incident: Plastic Fragments has been detected in Frozen Spinach Products.
  • Date: 2025-03-17
  • Product: Frozen Spinach Products
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  • Origin of issue: Germany
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  • Incident Category: Other incident
  • Hazard Category: Foreign Bodies
  • Source: Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF)

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Tags: March 2025