Mineral water under recall due to growth of microorganisms
Roxane GmbH, based in Jessen, Saxony-Anhalt, has initiated a recall of its mineral water products after bacterial contamination was detected during routine checks. The affected brands include "Gut & Günstig" and "Naturalis," with their Medium, Classic, and Still varieties available in various packaging sizes[1][2].
The contaminated products were primarily found at major retailers across Germany, such as Edeka, Marktkauf, and Netto Marken-Discount, excluding the Saarland region[1][5]. The specific bacteria involved have not been publicly disclosed yet[2].
The recall was issued as a precaution to safeguard consumers from potential health risks associated with bacterial contamination. Both Roxane GmbH and the retailers promptly withdrew the affected products from shelves once the contamination was detected[1][2].
Consumer watchdog Foodwatch has raised concerns about the situation, pointing out that Roxane belongs to the Alma Group, which is currently on trial in France for illegally filtering contaminated mineral water[1]. Foodwatch calls for greater transparency from Roxane and German food authorities, particularly regarding all test results from Roxane's mineral water sources in Germany[1].
Since a wide range of best-before dates are affected, it is suspected that the contamination may have been an ongoing issue[1].
The recall affects the following:
- Contamination type: Bacterial contamination (specific bacteria undisclosed) - Affected brands: Gut & Günstig, Naturalis - Product varieties: Medium, Classic, Still - Packaging sizes: Various - Retailers: Edeka, Marktkauf, Netto Marken-Discount - Geographic scope: Germany (except Saarland) - Origin of recall: Roxane GmbH, Jessen (Saxony-Anhalt) - Health risk: Potential health problems from bacterial contamination - Consumer advice: Avoid consuming the recalled mineral water
The German authorities and food safety organizations have published recall information to alert consumers and prevent further distribution[1]. This recall emphasizes ongoing safety concerns related to Roxane’s mineral water products both in Germany and abroad[1].
The portal lebensmittelwarnung.de publishes public announcements and information from the federal states or the Federal Office for Consumer Protection and Food Safety. Consumers are strongly advised to avoid consuming the recalled mineral water and follow updates from the relevant authorities for further guidance.
- The ongoing safety concerns regarding Roxane GmbH's mineral water products, such as those related to science and health-and-wellness (specifically, bacterial contamination), have once again come to light in Germany.
- In light of the ongoing bacterial contamination issue, it is crucial for consumers to be aware of the recall affecting food-and-drink products like Gut & Günstig and Naturalis mineral waters.
- This general news event underlines the importance of transparency in the nutrition sector, particularly regarding companies like Roxane GmbH and their practices in the realm of lifestyle choices, including food consumption and health matters.
