Conad and Sigma popcorn corn recall due to chemical risk
The Ministry of Health has released two separate recall notices involving supermarkets Conad e Sigma. Both cases concern packages of popcorn corn produced by the company Melandri Gaudenzio Srl, withdrawn from the market due to the presence of tropane alkaloids above legal limitsThis is a precautionary measure, ordered after official controls revealed that the permitted levels for these naturally occurring substances had been exceeded. Tropane alkaloids, when taken in high quantities, can cause temporary side effects such as nausea or gastrointestinal disturbances.
Conad Popcorn Corn Recall
The first recall concerns four batches of Conad brand popcorn corn, sold in 400-gram bags. The anomaly was discovered during official inspections and led to the immediate recall of the products from stores.
- October 7, 2025: CONAD – 400g Popcorn Corn
Lots: 150/25 (TMC 11/2026), 176/25 (TMC 12/2026), 189/25 (TMC 01/2027), 203/25 (TMC 01/2027)
Manufacturer: Melandri Gaudenzio Srl – Via Boncellino 120, Bagnacavallo (RA)
The measure has been adopted as a precaution, inviting consumers not to use the product belonging to the indicated batches and to return it to the point of sale for a refund or replacement.
Sigma Popcorn Corn Recall
A few days later, supermarkets too Sigma they announced the recall of a batch of own-brand popcorn corn, always produced by the same company and for the same cause.
- October 9, 2025: SIGMA – Popcorn Corn 500g
Lot: 168/25 (TMC 12/2026)
Manufacturer: Melandri Gaudenzio Srl – Via Boncellino 120, Bagnacavallo (RA)
Client: D.IT Distribuzione Italiana Soc. Coop.
Sigma recommends do not consume the product and return it to the point of purchaseThe company emphasizes that the recall is preventive in nature and concerns only the indicated batch.
Consumer information
Il Ministry of Health invites anyone who has purchased the products reported to do not consume them and Check the batch number on the packageBoth chains have already initiated a complete recall from their stores. The manufacturer, Melandri Gaudenzio Srl, has collaborated with authorities to ensure the traceability and safety of the products distributed.