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🍎 Food FR March 17, 2026

No mention of sulfur dioxide on the labeling of fruit and berry blends

Classification
Alert notification
Risk
Serious
Category
fruits and vegetables
Hazard
E220- sulfur dioxide undeclared - {allergens}
Origin
Italy
Notifier
France
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What is this? Some dried fruit mixes do not say on the label that they contain sulfur dioxide. Sulfur dioxide is a chemical used to keep fruit fresh.

What's happening? France found dried fruit blends from Italy that do not list sulfur dioxide on the package. This is against the rules.

Does this affect me? If you buy dried fruit mixes in France, check the label for sulfur dioxide. People who are allergic or sensitive may have a bad reaction.

What should I do? If you have the product, stop eating it. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: fruits and vegetables · Hazard: E220- sulfur dioxide undeclared - {allergens} · Origin: Italy · Notifier: France

First published
March 17, 2026
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/rasff-window/screen/search?notificationReference=2026.2252

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What is this product recall alert about?
No mention of sulfur dioxide on the labeling of fruit and berry blends. Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: fruits and vegetables · Hazard: E220- sulfur dioxide undeclared - {allergens} · Origin: Italy · Notifier: France
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on March 17, 2026 by EU RASFF.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to France.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on webgate.ec.europa.eu.

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