European product recall trends due to foreign body detection

摘要

We live in a globalised world with a food industry serving consumers with increasingly sophisticated demands. For example, they are eating more convenience and packaged food, while also becoming more aware about food safety issues and how products are sourced. While adapting to these developments, the food supply chain must also keep ahead of the curve. The safety of consumers is of paramount importance, yet globally every year there are still many instances of foodborne illnesses, contaminated products, and incorrect or misleading labelling, leading to brand damaging and costly product recalls.