Heavy metals Alerts in Poland – Recalled Products 2026
Contamination with heavy metals such as lead, cadmium, mercury, or arsenic.
Found 79 products recalled due to Heavy metals contamination or related hazards.
All affected products
IKEA 365+ VÄRDEFULL, garlic press, black
Due to a manufacturing defect, there is a risk that small metal fragments may detach during use and be ingested together with food. Potential effects: ingestion of metal, injury to the mouth or gastrointestinal tract.
Crofton Cast iron kettle with strainer round white-gold, 0.8 L
Migration of cobalt from the kettle coating into food was detected, which may increase exposure with prolonged use. Potential effects: chronic health effects related to metal exposure.
Crofton Cast iron kettle with strainer round black, 0.8 L
Migration of cobalt from the kettle coating into food was detected, which may increase exposure with prolonged use. Potential effects: chronic health effects related to metal exposure.
cutting disc, model PM-T1, catalogue number PM1008
The product is a flail-type knife for handheld brush cutters whose marketing is legally prohibited due to the high risk of injuries caused by rapidly rotating metal blades and ejected debris. Potential effects: severe bodily injuries, eye damage, life-threatening trauma.
CROFTON®: Jars with glass clip lid and jars with pinewood clip lid
In the glass containers, the rim may crack when the metal closure is used, and glass fragments may contaminate stored food and pose a risk of bodily injury. Potential effects: cuts, injuries to the mouth and gastrointestinal tract, possible foreign-body poisoning.
Citroën C3 cars
The propellant in the airbag inflator may change over time and under high temperature/humidity. In a collision, the inflator may rupture, ejecting metal fragments towards the driver and passengers. Potential effects: severe bodily injuries or death.
DS brand cars, model DS3
In a collision, the airbag inflator may generate gas too quickly, causing metal fragments to detach and be propelled toward the driver and passengers. Potential consequences: serious injuries, loss of life.
Opel Astra H car
In the event of a collision, gas generation in the airbag inflator may occur too quickly, which can cause metal fragments to detach and be propelled towards the driver or passengers. Potencjalne skutki: serious bodily injuries or death.
Opel Mokka car
In the event of a collision, gas generation in the airbag inflator may occur too quickly, which can cause metal fragments to detach and be propelled towards the driver or passengers. Potencjalne skutki: serious bodily injuries or death.
Propolis Forte dietary supplement, 30 orange-flavored tablets
Possible presence of metal fragments in the tablets. Potential effects: cuts, choking, internal injuries.
WHEY PROTEIN Chocolate 30g
Possible contamination with metal fragments. Potential effects: oral injuries, gastrointestinal perforation, choking.
Citroën C4 cars
In the event of a collision, when the airbag inflator is activated, gas generation may be too rapid, causing metal fragments to detach and be propelled towards occupants. This may lead to severe injuries or loss of life. Potencjalne skutki: serious bodily injury or death.
BMW cars – selected models with a defective driver airbag
When the defective driver airbag is deployed in a collision, excessive pressure may build up in the gas generator, leading to rupture of the generator and ejection of metal parts, which may cause injuries to occupants. Potential effects: bodily injuries caused by impact of metal fragments.
BMW cars: 1 Series – 3d (E81), X3 (E83), X1 (E84), 1 Series – 5d (E87), 3 Series Saloon (E90), 3 Series Touring (E91)
When the airbag is deployed in a collision, excessive pressure may build up in the gas generator, which can lead to generator rupture and cause injuries to occupants from metal parts. Potential effects: bodily injury, serious trauma.
Vegeta Natur Beef Bouillon Cube 60 g
Possible presence of metal fragments in the bouillon cubes. Potential effects: oral injuries, choking, tooth damage.
Wooden musical toy
In the “Wooden musical toy” by SINSAY the metal plate with base and the pegs fastening the xylophone bars may detach, posing a hazard to small children. Potencjalne skutki: choking or injuries to small children.
FINTON'S Chocolate 40% Cookies 225 g
Metal fragments found in products manufactured 07-12-2023 – 15-12-2023. Potential effects: oral injuries, tooth damage, choking, internal injuries.
K-Classic Double Chocolate Cookies 200 g
Metal fragments found in products manufactured 07-12-2023 – 15-12-2023. Potential effects: oral injuries, tooth damage, choking, internal injuries.
Pompom pens
Elevated levels of cadmium, a toxic heavy metal, were found in the pompom pens, posing a potential health risk to users. Potential effects: poisoning, damage to internal organs, toxic effects with prolonged exposure.
Bunny pompom pen
Elevated cadmium content was detected in the pens, which may be dangerous to health. Potential effects: heavy metal poisoning, health complications.
What to do if you consumed a contaminated product?
If you have consumed any of the products listed above and are experiencing symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or fever, seek medical attention immediately. Keep any remaining product for testing if needed.
For products you have not yet consumed, stop using them immediately and return to the store for a full refund.