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Pesticides Alerts in Poland – Recalled Products 2026

Exceeding permissible pesticide residue levels in food.

Found 23 products recalled due to Pesticides contamination or related hazards.

All affected products

Quinoa 1 kg – Pesticides

Quinoa 1 kg

CRITICAL 17.03.2026 • Selgros • Food & beverages

The product is withdrawn due to exceeding the permitted level of pesticides in the affected batch, indicating chemical contamination of food that may be harmful to consumer health.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 – Pesticides

Shelled walnuts Bakaliowy Targ, 200 g

HIGH 18.02.2026 • Dino • Food & beverages

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 – Pesticides

Shelled walnuts BAKADELIO, 100 g

HIGH 18.02.2026 • Food & beverages

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 – Pesticides

Black Leaf Tea, 100 g

HIGH 16.12.2025 • Food & beverages

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 – Pesticides

Lemons (loose) – origin Turkey

HIGH 05.12.2025 • Auchan • Food & beverages

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 – Pesticides

Millet flour, packages 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg

HIGH 24.11.2025 • Food & beverages

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 – Pesticides

Pineapple variety extra sweet, country of origin Costa Rica

CRITICAL 18.11.2025 • Selgros • Food & beverages

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" – Pesticides

Bean "Jaś Piękny"

HIGH 14.11.2025 • Food & beverages

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 – Pesticides

Whole cloves 8 g Kamis

HIGH 04.11.2025 • Auchan • Food & beverages

Exceeded MRL of chlorpyrifos residues (organophosphate pesticide) in the product. Potential effects: poisoning, neurological symptoms, nausea.

Kamis, Cloves, 8 g, sachet – Pesticides

Kamis, Cloves, 8 g, sachet

CRITICAL 15.09.2025 • Food & beverages

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 – Pesticides

Black Leaf Tea, 100 g

HIGH 08.07.2025 • Food & beverages

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' – Pesticides

Yunnan black leaf tea 'Loyd'

HIGH 13.05.2025 • Food & beverages

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 – Pesticides

Pickled grape leaves 680 g, brand Armenium

HIGH 24.02.2025 • Food & beverages

Exceeded maximum residue levels of 15 pesticides detected in the product. Potential effects: poisoning, long-term health effects.

Black tea Assam, 200 g – Pesticides

Black tea Assam, 200 g

HIGH 22.11.2024 • Food & beverages

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 – Pesticides

Black tea Ceylon, 200 g

HIGH 22.11.2024 • Food & beverages

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 – Pesticides

Black tea Madras, 200 g

HIGH 22.11.2024 • Food & beverages

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 YUNNAN, 200 g – Pesticides

Black tea YUNNAN, 200 g

HIGH 22.11.2024 • Food & beverages

Detected exceedance of the maximum residue level of the pesticide (anthraquinone) in tea batches. Potential effects: poisoning, risk of long-term health effects.

Adzuki beans, brand Geen Essence (packs 1 kg and 500 g) – Pesticides

Adzuki beans, brand Geen Essence (packs 1 kg and 500 g)

HIGH 14.06.2024 • Food & beverages

Exceeded the maximum residue level of the pesticide glufosinate. Potential effects: poisoning, health risk if consumed.

Yunan loose black tea, 100 g and 1000 g – Pesticides

Yunan loose black tea, 100 g and 1000 g

CRITICAL 12.04.2024 • Food & beverages

Exceedance of the maximum residue level of the pesticide anthraquinone in batch 518. Potential effects: poisoning, health hazard.

Dried Sichuan Pepper, 300 g, brand GOLDEN LION – Pesticides

Dried Sichuan Pepper, 300 g, brand GOLDEN LION

HIGH 08.04.2024 • Food & beverages

Detected high levels of mineral oil aromatic hydrocarbons (MOAH) and exceedance of maximum residue levels of 10 pesticides. Potential effects: poisoning, long-term toxic 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.