In the midst of the heatwave and ice cream season, the Häagen-Dazs brand is launching a recall on several of its products. It’s the second in a month. The reason is a carcinogenic substance.
This article first appeared on RTL.de
Attention ice cream fans! After an initial recall in July 2022, many other types of ice cream from the well-known “Häagen-Dazs” brand are now affected by a major recall. The manufacturer has announced a full list of affected products. Customers who have already bought one of the affected types of ice cream can have the purchase price refunded.
Carcinogen in some Häagen-Dazs products
First, the US manufacturer General Mills products had recalled a few products from the ice cream brand Häagen-Dazs. The varieties affected at that time were:
- “Häagen-Dazs Vanilla” in 460 milliliter and 95 milliliter packs
- “Häagen-Dazs Classic Collection” with best-before dates up to and including May 21, 2023. Residues of ethylene oxide were found in the ice
But now the recall is being expanded to include a whole range of other ice cream flavors! The reason: Manufacturer General Mills, in cooperation with Genuport Trade GmbH, is recalling numerous ice cream products from “Häagen-Dazs” because these products contain residues of 2-chloroethanol, which is a breakdown product of ethylene oxide.
These are the affected products
According to the online portal: “ProductWarning.eu”, the types of ice cream affected are:
- Belgian Chocolate 460ml, MHD: 16.3. – 29.4. 2023, batches: 4261393, 4266591, 4274264, 4274265
- Macadamia Nut Brittle 460ml, MHD: 16.3. – 4/29/2023, batches: 4269915, 4266573, 4269916A, 4274269, 4274270, 4274276
- Cookies & Cream 460 ml, best before: 16.3. – 4/29/2023, batches: 4262902, 4275417, 4275418,4277964
- Vanilla Caramel Brownie, MHD: 16.3. – 4/29/2023, batches: 4262896, 4271705, 4275414, 4276211, 4276212
- Macadamia Nut Brittle 95ml, MHD: 16.3. – 29.4.2023, batches: 4271471, 4274744
- Vanilla Caramel Brownie 95ml, MHD: 16.3. – 4/29/2023, batches: 4264980
- Belgian Chocolate 95ml, MHD: 16.3. – 4/29/2023, batches: 4261714, 4268647, 4274657
- Cookies & Cream 95ml, best before: 16.3. – 4/29/2023, batches: 4264960
- Pralines & Cream 460ml, MHD 16.3. – 4/29/2023, batches: 4280218
- Duo Belgian Chocolate & Strawberry 420ml, MHD: 16.3. – 29.4.2023, batches: 4271150, 4273238
- Duo Vanilla Brownie & Raspberry 420ml, best before: 03/16/2023 – 04/29/2023, batches: 4259480
- Duo Vanilla Hazelnut & Caramel 420ml, MHD: 03/16/2023 – 04/29/2023, batches: 4265472, 4274337
Ice cream recalled for ethylene oxide: what is it?
But what is it about the substance that is now the reason for the extended recall? According to the “NRW Consumer Center”, ethylene oxide is a pesticide and fumigant that is actually used to combat bacteria and fungi. It is now banned in food production in Europe because it can change the genetic material and cause cancer.
Buyers can bring the affected ice cream varieties back to the market. The sales price should also be reimbursed there. Other varieties from the manufacturer are not affected, customers do not have to worry.
Source: Stern
Jane Stock is a technology author, who has written for 24 Hours World. She writes about the latest in technology news and trends, and is always on the lookout for new and innovative ways to improve his audience’s experience.
