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Barilla recalls Integrale Vollkorn Penne Rigate for lead contamination, withdraws it from German shelves

Swiss consumers can return the pasta for full refunds through Spar, Maximarkt and TopCC branches without a receipt.

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Overview

  • The recall affects 500 g packs of Barilla Integrale Vollkorn Penne Rigate (Lot I13446624, best-before 01.03.2026) after tests found lead levels exceeding EU limits.
  • An EU Commission RASFF alert dated May 20 prompted the recall in Switzerland in collaboration with Spar and cantonal food authorities.
  • Barilla reached an agreement with German regulators to pull the product from sale without issuing a formal recall in Germany.
  • Swiss retailers Spar, Maximarkt and TopCC will accept affected packages for a full refund even without a purchase receipt.
  • Exposure to lead can lead to chronic poisoning, posing heightened risks of developmental damage in children and serious health effects for pregnant women.