Hellenic Food Authority

The Hellenic Food Authority (EFET) has issued a recall for certain batches of white crystalline sugar and brown cane sugar due to the presence of foreign objects.

The Hellenic Food Authority (EFET) is recalling batches of white granulated sugar and brown cane sugar from the market. 

Following an investigation by EFET's Central Macedonia Directorate, reports confirmed the presence of small white plastic particles in products branded as "Royal Sugar," sold in 1 kg paper packaging.

The Hellenic Food Authority (EFET) issued an emergency announcement to address public concern about mercury levels in canned tuna, reassuring consumers about the product’s safety.

Agriculture and Food Minister Kostas Tsiaras highlighted the intensification of market controls as a key priority during his visit to the Hellenic Food Authority (EFET) on Friday.

"I believe EFET is a particularly critical organization and for this reason, its operations must be supported," Tsiaras stated.

The Hellenic Food Authority (EFET) has initiated a recall of frozen quails due to the detection of salmonella.

Salmonella was found in burgers after inspections conducted by the Hellenic Food Authority (EFET). The organization urges consumers who have purchased the product not to consume it.

Fire Service investigators have indicated that the recent fire at a food factory in Lamia, central Greece, was an act of arson.

The prosecutor has been informed of the preliminary findings, and the investigation is still ongoing.

Authorities are examining a possible link of a fire last week at a food factory with a case of mass food poisoning (gastroenteritis) of elementary school pupils in Lamia, central Greece. 

A vegan whipped cream spray has been recalled from the market over fears that it may contain milk.

The Hellenic Food Authority (EFET) said it had ordered the recall of the Schlagfix brand of "Schlagcreme vegan spray topping" because, while the Greek label describes the product as "lactose-free, gluten-free, soy-free," the original English label states "may contain traces of milk."

Police conducted a warehouse raid in Thessaloniki, northern Greece, on Thursday, uncovering a significant quantity of illegal alcohol and tobacco products. Four suspects were apprehended during the operation.