Alarm in supermarkets: Barilla calls back dangerous pasta!

Alarm in supermarkets: Barilla calls back dangerous pasta!

In Germany and Switzerland, a call back from Barilla causes excitement. The company has decided to recall the integral penne rigate in 500 gram packs after an increased lead pollution has been determined in a batch. The affected batch bears the number I13446624 and has a minimum preservation date until March 1, 2026. The recall campaign affects the sales of Spar in Switzerland, while in Germany and Austria there were only a few products that have already been drawn from circulation Exxpress.at .

Barilla carried out this precautionary withdrawal on May 22, 2025 in coordination with German authorities. In the case of analyzes of the affected batch, it was found that the lead value was above the permissible guideline for pasta, but still below the maximum value for comparable foods such as mussels. The company and the authorities emphasize that consumption in customary household quantities is harmless to consumers, but the withdrawal was still considered a reasonable measure, so that a public recall was not considered necessary. There is no health risk for the further batches, as can be read on the website of product warning.eu

concerns about food safety

The health risks that run out of a lead pollution in food should not be underestimated. Lead can be deposited in the body and often has a gradual effect. The danger for children in which increased exposure can lead to developmental disorders is particularly alarming. General information about the effects of lead in food can also be found on the website of the BMUV .

Barilla emphasized that product quality and security are a top priority for the company. Around 4 million analyzes are carried out annually to ensure that all quality and food safety indicators are observed. The company is currently carrying out internal analyzes and working on the explanation of the lead load, which ensures additional security.

The concerns about lead in food are an important topic that should not be ignored. Consumers are asked to find out more about the recall actions and to check the affected product in good time.