A health alert has been issued for Bio Village apple juice bricks sold in France due to unsafe levels of patulin, a toxic mold byproduct.
Health alert over organic apple juice bricks
A health alert has been issued in France concerning organic apple juice bricks sold under the Bio Village brand by E.Leclerc stores. These products, sold in individual 20 cl bricks and packs of six, have specific barcodes and minimum durability dates that identify the affected batches.Abnormal levels of patulin detected
The recall was triggered after tests found abnormally high levels of patulin, a toxic substance produced by certain molds that grow on damaged or rotting apples. Patulin can cause stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting when consumed in large amounts, and repeated exposure may lead to more serious health issues.Consumers advised to stop using the product
As a precaution, the French health authorities recommend that consumers immediately stop using the affected juice and not give it to children. The toxin’s potential health risks justify this advisory, even if some individuals may not experience immediate symptoms.Recall process and consumer action
Those who purchased the product are urged to return it to any E.Leclerc store for a full refund. Additional support can be obtained through the store’s customer service, and more information about the recall is available on the official government website RappelConso.
