Lidl Sverige Recalls Butcher's Brand Ground Beef Over Plastic Contamination Risk
Lidl Sverige recalls Butcher's brand ground beef due to potential plastic contamination.
Key Points
- • Lidl Sweden recalls ground beef due to risk of plastic contamination.
- • Affected product: Butcher's ground beef, 1000g with less than 10% fat.
- • Products must be returned for a refund by July 12, 2025, expiration date.
- • Lidl is investigating the issue and emphasizes product safety.
Lidl Sverige has initiated a recall of its Butcher's brand ground beef due to the discovery of thin plastic pieces in the product packaging, posing a risk to consumer safety. This recall specifically concerns 1000g packages of ground beef with less than 10% fat content that carry a best-before date of July 12, 2025.
The company has proactively removed the affected products from store shelves to ensure customer safety. Lidl is allowing customers who purchased the recalled product to return it to any Lidl store for a full refund, with no receipt required. In a statement, Lidl expressed regret for the inconvenience caused and outlined their ongoing investigation with the supplier to determine the cause of the contamination and prevent future incidents.
Lidl emphasized its commitment to product safety, noting that its suppliers adhere to international safety standards and that the company conducts regular quality checks, including unannounced inspections and laboratory tests. For further inquiries, Lidl customers can reach out via a dedicated customer service line or an online portal.