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Reflets de France Provence Melon Recall Remains Active Until July 26

Fluazifop P residues above EU limits triggered consumer guidance to return or destroy Arlequin-variety Reflets de France melons in exchange for refunds

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Overview

  • The recall covers bulk Reflets de France Provence melons of the Arlequin variety supplied by Terroir de Camargue and sold in Carrefour stores from June 21 to July 8, 2025.
  • Tests published July 9 by RappelConso detected fluazifop P pesticide levels exceeding the EU’s maximum residue limits, raising concerns over chemical contaminants.
  • Consumers are instructed to stop eating the affected melons, destroy or return them to Carrefour outlets, and contact customer service to claim refunds.
  • The official recall procedure, coordinated on the government’s RappelConso platform, remains in effect through July 26, 2025.
  • The incident underscores strict EU pesticide regulations, highlights supply chain traceability from Provence growers to retailers, and reinforces consumer protection measures.