Pesticides Alerts in Poland – Recalled Products 2026
Exceeding permissible pesticide residue levels in food.
Found 27 products recalled due to Pesticides contamination or related hazards.
All affected products
Withania Somnifera Ashwagandha – capsules
An exceedance of the maximum permitted level of the pesticide chlorpyrifos (0.09 mg/kg) was found in Ashwagandha capsules, which may potentially pose a health risk to consumers according to NIPH-NIH risk assessments. Potencjalne skutki: poisoning, neurotoxic effects, other adverse health effects.
Mother’s Protect Ahwagandha live herbs food supplement, 50 ml
Residues of the pesticide chlorpyrifos were detected in the product, which may expose consumers to the harmful effects of this substance. Potential effects: poisoning, neurotoxic effects, other acute or chronic symptoms.
Withania Somnifera Ashwagandha cut root
An exceedance of the maximum permitted level of the pesticide chlorpyrifos was found in the Ashwagandha product, which according to risk assessment may potentially pose a health risk to consumers. Potencjalne skutki: poisoning, neurotoxic effects, other adverse health effects.
Ahwagandha live herbs dietary supplement, 50 ml
The product was found to exceed the maximum permitted level of the pesticide chlorpyrifos. Due to its toxicological properties, any level exceeding the MRL may potentially pose a risk to consumer health. Potencjalne skutki: possible toxic effects, health disturbances, chemical poisoning.
Quinoa 1 kg
The product is withdrawn due to exceeding the permitted level of pesticides in the affected batch, indicating chemical contamination of food that may be harmful to consumer health. Potencjalne skutki: possible acute or chronic poisoning, negative impact on health.
Shelled walnuts Bakaliowy Targ, 200 g
An exceedance of the maximum residue level of the pesticide tetramethrin was found in the walnuts. Use of tetramethrin in plant protection products is illegal in the EU and its presence above MRL is unacceptable. Potential effects: possible unknown toxic effects, risk to consumer health.
Shelled walnuts BAKADELIO, 100 g
An exceedance of the maximum residue level of the pesticide tetramethrin was found in walnuts. The use of tetramethrin-containing plant protection products is illegal in the EU and toxicological data are insufficient to fully assess the risk. Potential effects: possible toxic effects, chemical poisoning, other unspecified health risks.
Black Leaf Tea, 100 g
An official inspection found that the maximum permitted level of the pesticide anthraquinone was exceeded; consumption of this batch may pose a risk to consumers' health. Potential effects: chemical poisoning, toxic effects, health problems with regular consumption.
Lemons (loose) – origin Turkey
Exceeded MRL of etoxazole (pesticide residue) in the product. Potential effects: poisoning or adverse health effects after consumption.
Millet flour, packages 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg
It was found that the maximum permitted level of the pesticide residue chlorpyrifos in millet flour was exceeded; any level above the MRL may potentially pose a health risk to consumers. Potencjalne skutki: poisoning, adverse health effects, complications.
Pineapple variety extra sweet, country of origin Costa Rica
Residues of the pesticide propiconazole were detected at a level exceeding the maximum permitted limit in the food product. Potencjalne skutki: Possible acute or chronic toxic effects after consumption.
Bean "Jaś Piękny"
An exceedance of the maximum permissible level of chlorpyrifos pesticide residues was found in the beans. Any level above the MRL may potentially pose a health risk to consumers. Potential effects: chemical poisoning, neurotoxic effects.
Whole cloves 8 g Kamis
Exceeded MRL of chlorpyrifos residues (organophosphate pesticide) in the product. Potential effects: poisoning, neurological symptoms, nausea.
Kamis, Cloves, 8 g, sachet
Detected exceedance of the maximum residue level of the pesticide chlorpyrifos in cloves, level exceeds EU limits. Potential effects: poisoning, adverse health effects from pesticide exposure.
Black Leaf Tea, 100 g
Excessive residues of the pesticide anthraquinone were detected in the tea (batches MT-08-LK, MT-09-LK). Potential effects: poisoning, toxic effects with prolonged exposure.
Yunnan black leaf tea 'Loyd'
Exceedance of the maximum permitted residue level of the pesticide anthraquinone in the tea batches. Potential effects: adverse health effects, possible symptoms of poisoning or other negative effects.
Pickled grape leaves 680 g, brand Armenium
Exceeded maximum residue levels of 15 pesticides detected in the product. Potential effects: poisoning, long-term health effects.
Black tea Assam, 200 g
Detected exceedance of the maximum residue level of the pesticide (anthraquinone) in tea batches. Potential effects: poisoning, risk of long-term health effects.
Black tea Ceylon, 200 g
Detected exceedance of the maximum residue level of the pesticide (anthraquinone) in tea batches. Potential effects: poisoning, risk of long-term health effects.
Black tea Madras, 200 g
Detected exceedance of the maximum residue level of the pesticide (anthraquinone) in tea batches. Potential effects: poisoning, risk of long-term health effects.
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.