French authorities have issued a recall for specific wheat flour products sold at METRO France stores due to the presence of ergot alkaloids, toxins produced by mold that can pose health risks. The recall, announced December 30, 2025, impacts products wiht best-by dates extending into mid-2026 adn affects both professional and perhaps some home bakers. Consumers are urged to check lot numbers and avoid consuming the affected flour, returning it to the point of purchase rather.
Consumers who recently purchased wheat flour should take note: Several products are currently subject to a recall across France due to the presence of toxins.
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Product recalls are issued when items are found to be poorly manufactured or contaminated during production, potentially posing health risks to consumers. Several products are regularly removed from sale each day as a result. This proactive measure is a critical component of public health safety.
These withdrawals are reported on Rappel Conso, the French government’s recall platform. This report details recent recalls and provides guidance on what to do if you have purchased or consumed the affected products.
Which Products Are Affected?
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The recall affects METRO CHEF T65 Panifiable Wheat Flour 25kg and METRO CHEF T65 Traditional Bread Wheat Flour 25kg. These products were sold in METRO France stores across France between August 27, 2025, and December 18, 2025. The affected lot numbers are 3439495105575 233ES8 with a minimum shelf life of May 22, 2026, and 3439495122183 265ES8 with a minimum shelf life of June 22, 2026.
Recall Information
The reason for the recall is elevated levels of ergot alkaloids, which exceed regulatory limits. Ergot alkaloids are dangerous toxins produced by a mold that can infect certain grains. Exposure to these toxins can pose significant health risks.
If you have purchased this product, the government advises: Do not consume it and return it to the point of sale.
A customer service number (0170960278) has been established for those with questions. The recall procedure is scheduled to end on Friday, February 20, 2026.
Your Health
Useful Numbers
In Case of Intoxication:
Poison Control Centers are medical services located in eight university hospitals in France, specializing in medical toxicology. They provide information to healthcare professionals and the public, and offer telephone assistance for diagnosing, managing, and treating poisonings.
A list of centers can be found here: https://centres-antipoison.net/
In Case of Accident:
If you are a victim or witness to a domestic accident, contact the appropriate professionals. Here are the emergency numbers:
18: Fire Department (Fires, accidents, and medical emergencies)
17: Police (Rescue or gendarmerie)
15: SAMU (Medical emergencies in urban areas)
3624: SOS Médecins (24/7 care network)
112: Emergency (Medical emergencies throughout the European Union)
Learn More About Official Recalls
You can find more details about all recalls on the government website https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr: the site for dangerous product alerts.
If you become ill after eating a food or notice a product subject to a recall still being sold by a retailer, you can report it here: https://signal.conso.gouv.fr/
