Sardines in extra virgin olive oil – CARREFOUR Classic
Risks: Undeclared allergens
Reason: A crab claw was found in a can of sardines, the crustacean allergen is not mentioned at the level of the eti.
What you need to know
A can of CARREFOUR Classic sardines in extra virgin olive oil is being recalled in France. A crab claw was found in one can, even though the crustacean allergen is not listed on the label.
The recall concerns a specific batch. People allergic or intolerant to shellfish should not consume the affected product. According to RappelConso, it does not otherwise pose a risk.
The product in question
This concerns a 135g can of sardines in extra virgin olive oil, sold under the CARREFOUR Classic brand. The recall notice, published on September 25, 2026, indicates that the product was sold throughout France from July 21 to September 24, 2026.
Why this alert?
A crab claw was found in a can of food. Since the crustacean is an allergen, its absence from the labeling could pose a risk to people allergic or intolerant to this food.
Information to verify
- Product: Sardines in extra virgin olive oil, CARREFOUR Classic
- Packaging: 135g can
- GTIN: 3245412542831
- Lot: P L26/2194
- Minimum durability date: 30/06/2031
- Sales area: All of France
- Marketing period: from 21/07/2026 to 24/09/2026
What should consumers do?
People with shellfish allergies or intolerances who have a can from this batch should not consume it. RappelConso advises them to destroy the product or request a refund from the point of sale.
The information sheet also mentions returning the product to the point of sale and contacting customer service at 0805908070 , Monday to Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. The call is indicated as being toll-free. According to RappelConso, people who are neither allergic nor intolerant to shellfish can consume the product or request a refund in store.
Key takeaways
Check the GTIN, batch number, and best before date on the can. The warning not to consume applies to people allergic or intolerant to shellfish; RappelConso specifies that the product does not otherwise pose a risk.
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