Red onion 0.5 kg pack, Biedronka

An excessive level of cadmium was detected in batch 04/7 of the product “Red onion 0.5 kg pack, Biedronka”, which may lead to excessive exposure to this toxic heavy metal. Potencjalne skutki: kidney damage and other health problems with long-term exposure.

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Red onion 0.5 kg pack, Biedronka
Risk Level
Critical
Manufacturer
Onix Sp. z o.o.
Batch Number
03/5, 03/6, 03/7, 04/1, 04/2, 04/3, 04/4, 04/5, 04/6, 04/7, 05/1
Notice Date
23.02.2026
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What to do if you have this product?

A recall means the product may be unsafe. Here is what to do if you have it at home.

  1. 1

    Do not eat or use the product

    Stop using or consuming it immediately and keep it out of reach of children.

  2. 2

    Check the batch number and expiry date

    Compare the batch/lot number and the best-before or expiry date with the details in the alert — sometimes only specific batches are affected.

  3. 3

    Return it to the shop

    You can take the product back to the shop where you bought it. For a safety recall a refund is due even without a receipt.

  4. 4

    Get help and report it

    If you feel unwell after using the product, contact a doctor. You can also report the case to the relevant authority — GIS, GIF or UOKiK.

General guidance for recalled products in Poland. Always follow the specific instructions in the official alert and from the manufacturer or retailer.

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