Standfirst: A batch of Bialetti Perfetto Moka Caffe Macinato Caramello ground coffee has been recalled in Ireland because it contains Ochratoxin A above the legal maximum level. Consumers should check the batch code and best-before date and should not use the affected coffee.
A food recall Ireland alert has been issued for one batch of Bialetti Perfetto Moka Caramello ground coffee due to an elevated level of Ochratoxin A. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) classified the notice as a Category 1 alert for action.
The affected coffee is sold in 250g packs and has a batch code of LC5 BD149T, with a best-before date of 29/05/2027. Consumers who have this specific batch should not use it.
Product included in the recall
| Product | Pack size | Batch code | Best-before date | Country of origin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bialetti Perfetto Moka Caffe Macinato Caramello | 250g | LC5 BD149T | 29/05/2027 | Italy |
The recall applies only to the batch and date marking identified in the FSAI food recall notice. Consumers should not assume that other Bialetti coffee products, pack sizes or batches are affected.
Why has the coffee been recalled?
The affected batch contains Ochratoxin A above the legal maximum level. Ochratoxin A is a naturally occurring toxin produced by certain moulds and can develop after crops have been harvested, particularly during storage.
The FSAI states that consuming the contaminated product does not pose an immediate risk to health. However, continuous consumption over a long period may present a potential health risk, so exposure should be minimised.
This is a food contamination alert Ireland consumers should take seriously, but the official advice does not indicate that an immediate health risk is expected from consumption of the product.
What consumers should do
If you have Bialetti Perfetto Moka Caffe Macinato Caramello at home, check the pack against both identifiers before using it:
- Batch code: LC5 BD149T
- Best-before date: 29/05/2027
Consumers are advised not to use the implicated batch. Keep the packaging available while checking the details and follow any return or disposal instructions provided by the retailer. The FSAI notice does not provide confirmation of a specific refund process or whether a receipt is required.
Retailer and industry action
Retailers have been asked to remove the affected batch from sale and display recall notices at the point of sale. The FSAI alert also applies to manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and caterers handling the product.
No retailer is named in the available alert information. This means consumers should identify the coffee by its product name, batch code and best-before date rather than relying only on where it was purchased.
What is Ochratoxin A?
Ochratoxin A is a toxin associated with certain moulds and can occur in stored agricultural products. Because the issue concerns a level above the legal maximum, the recall is intended to prevent continued exposure to the affected batch.
Anyone who has consumed the coffee and is concerned about their health should seek appropriate advice from a healthcare professional. This article does not provide personalised medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
Which coffee has been recalled?
The recall concerns Bialetti Perfetto Moka Caffe Macinato Caramello ground coffee in 250g packs.
Which batch is affected?
The affected batch code is LC5 BD149T, with a best-before date of 29/05/2027.
Can I use another Bialetti coffee product?
The alert identifies only the batch listed above. Other products or batches are not identified in this notice as affected.
What should I do with the recalled coffee?
Do not use the implicated batch. Check with the retailer for return or refund arrangements, as the FSAI notice does not specify whether a receipt is required.
Is this an immediate health emergency?
The FSAI says consumption does not pose an immediate risk to health, but continuous long-term consumption may pose a potential risk. Exposure should therefore be minimised.
Conclusion
This food recall Ireland alert affects one batch of Bialetti Perfetto Moka Caramello ground coffee: 250g packs marked LC5 BD149T with a best-before date of 29/05/2027. Check those identifiers carefully and do not use the product if they match. Retailers are removing the affected batch from sale while recall notices are displayed at points of sale.