A product recall is in progress for packets of Carrefour Extra brand basmati rice, sold from August 28 to November 30, due to a risk of the presence of insects and larvae in the packets.
- Carrefour brand basmati rice 1 kg is currently affected by a product recall.
- The government site Rappel Extra, warned of the risk of the presence of insects and larvae in rice grains.
- It is possible to obtain a refund by returning the products to the point of sale.
In a report published on Friday December 1 by the government’s Consumer Reminder website, 1 kg basmati rice from the Carrefour Extra brand is the subject of a product recall. In question ? The potential presence of insects (worms and non-inert larvae) in the bags.
Three regions affected by this product recall
The affected products bear batch number 322822 and product code 3560070837984. They were sold by the Carrefour brand from August 28 to November 30. As Rappel Extra indicates, this product recall only occurs for stores located in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté and Île-de-France regions.
The government body also clarified that it is not recommended, as a precaution, to consume products belonging to the batches previously mentioned. “for reasons of contamination, of external or other origin, or by putrefaction, deterioration or decomposition”. The Rappel Extra site has not indicated the risks associated with the consumption of these sachets of basmati rice. However, do not hesitate to consult your doctor in the event of pain or problems occurring following consumption.
Basmati rice: what is the procedure to follow if you have bags?
If you have Carrefour Extra brand basmati rice bags, you can return the products to the point of sale for a refund, or destroy them directly. For more information, you can contact consumer service at 0805908070. The recall procedure will end on January 30, 2024.
