A batch of organic buckwheat flour has just been withdrawn from the market because the product presents risks for consumers after the presence of a hallucinogenic substance was detected inside the packets. Explanations.
Like every week, the government updates the site Consumption reminder to alert consumers to the risks posed by certain products sold commercially. These can be various objects such as kitchen utensils, like those recently recalled by Action, clothing or children’s toys, but also vehicles as was the case with several models of German racing cars which could cause injuries or even fires. But, most of the time, these are foods that are affected by these prevention messages. Recently, several chickens were the subject of a large-scale recall, or even cheese that could be contaminated with Listeria, and beers that could contain car antifreeze. Did you say unlikely?
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While branch spinach sold at Carrefour is in turn being singled out, as are pork sausages with pesto from the Tradival brand, now a so-called organic buckwheat flour is in turn focusing the attention of the authorities sanitary facilities.
Which flour packets are affected?
In a new reportthe government reports a batch of the brand JP Cloteauflour “stone ground” and who is a “product from organic farming”. Are concerned 1kg bags who have been marketed between March 1 and April 26, 2024. These packets of flour which must be kept at room temperature were sold mainly in Brittanyand partly in Normandy, in the Manche department. We specify their code GTIN (barcodes) to identify them precisely and prevent some from slipping through the cracks: 3760222470179. Please note that the minimum durability date provided is March 1, 2025 (expiration date).
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The reason for this withdrawal of organic buckwheat flour packets? They would be contaminated with tropane alkaloidsnamely alkaloids recognized as being toxic and which could have “effects on the nervous system”. In other words, by using this flour for different sweet or savory recipes you may be required to undergo vision problemsa certain hustle and some confusiona space-time disorientationor even be subject to incoherent words. These substances are therefore hallucinogens.
What is the procedure to follow ?
It is recommended that you do not use these packets of flour and return them to the point of sale. A refund is planned, in its entirety, if you respect the deadline for the end of the procedure which is set for June 17, 2024. However, no point of contact is mentioned on the said site Consumption reminder. If in doubt, please contact one of the 26 stores in question, a list of which is also available on the Internet.
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Black wheat flour also called Buckwheat flour is appreciated by people with a gluten-free diet and, more generally, is known to promote intestinal flora compared to wheat flour. It is often used in making pancakes, but also cakes such as cakes, blinis, bread and, as surprising as it may seem, chocolate fondants.
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