ALDI, the popular supermarket chain, has issued recalls on specific kitchen products due to serious safety concerns. Notably, the Crofton brand kitchenware, which includes various cutlery sets, has been identified as posing a risk to consumers.
AIE GmbH, the supplier for the Crofton brand, has confirmed the recall of their 24-piece and 16-piece kitchen sets distributed by ALDI. The company has stated these items were pulled from sale to protect consumers from the risk of cuts due to sharp edges.
The affected products bear the following GTIN codes:
- 4068706225710 (stainless steel cutlery)
- 4068706225086 (copper trendy cutlery)
- 4068706225079 (gold trendy cutlery)
- 4068706225062 (black trendy cutlery)
These items were sold across French ALDI locations between December 11 and December 13, 2024. Customers who have purchased these sets can return them to any ALDI store for a full refund—no receipt required. AIE GmbH has expressed its apologies for the inconvenience caused, and for any inquiries, the supplier has established a hotline available on weekdays from 8:00 am to 6:30 pm at 008007877236.
Meanwhile, ALDI has also alerted customers to another health concern linked to one of its products. A batch identified by lot number 242212192, with EAN 4068261051939, was sold from November 21 to December 24, 2024. It carries a best-before date of April 30, 2026, and has been associated with potential contamination by salmonella.
Symptoms of salmonella poisoning can include fever, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea, which typically arise within 12 to 48 hours after consuming the tainted food. Vulnerable populations, including young children, pregnant women, immunocompromised individuals, and the elderly, must be especially vigilant, as symptoms can be severe and may necessitate hospitalization.
ALDI has advised customers to refrain from consuming this product and to return it to their local store for reimbursement—even without having the ticket of purchase. This proactive measure has been taken to prevent any health risks among consumers following reports from health safety officials.
The combination of these recalls emphasizes the significant importance of consumer safety and response from ALDI and AIE GmbH. Both companies are committed to ensuring the wellness of their customers by acting swiftly on safety alerts and supporting those impacted by these recalls.
Through these actions, ALDI aims to maintain trust with its consumer base, reinforcing its dedication to providing safe and reliable products.
