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Various Types Of Glass Fragments has been detected in Green Beans And Pods.

February 27 2025

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On February 19, 2025, a significant food safety incident was reported involving various types of glass fragments detected in green beans and pods. The products were linked to Madagascar and have raised concerns regarding foreign body...

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On February 19, 2025, a significant food safety incident was reported involving various types of glass fragments detected in green beans and pods. The products were linked to Madagascar and have raised concerns regarding foreign body contamination.

This incident falls under the category of control and has been classified as a foreign bodies hazard. The alert was issued through the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF), which serves as a critical communication tool in the European Union for food safety alerts.

The detection of glass fragments in green beans and pods poses a serious risk to consumers, necessitating immediate attention from food safety authorities and stakeholders in the food supply chain. The source of the contamination remains under investigation to prevent further incidents and ensure the safety of food products reaching consumers.

As food safety continues to be a paramount concern, incidents like this highlight the importance of rigorous monitoring and control measures within the food industry. Consumers are advised to stay informed about product recalls and safety alerts related to food products.


  • Incident: Various Types Of Glass Fragments has been detected in Green Beans And Pods.
  • Date: 2025-02-19
  • Product: Green Beans And Pods
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  • Origin of issue: Madagascar
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  • Incident Category: Control
  • Hazard Category: Foreign Bodies
  • Source: Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF)

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Tags: Control, Foreign Bodies, Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASF, Madagascar, February 2025