Big Muffins
Big Muffins was recalled on 12 November 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01518/21. Health risk / other risk reported by Belgium. The disposable muffin cups contain an excessive amount of Perfluorooctanic acid (PFOA) (measured value 133 µg/kg) that comes in direct contact with food.
| Alert Number | A12/01518/21 |
| Brand | Toppits |
| Category | Kitchen/cooking accessories |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Belgium |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Published | 12 November 2021 |
Risk Description
The disposable muffin cups contain an excessive amount of Perfluorooctanic acid (PFOA) (measured value 133 µg/kg) that comes in direct contact with food. PFOAs can cause developmental and reproductive toxic effects and are carcinogenic. The product does not comply with the POP Regulation and the PFOA Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Disposable paper cupcake cups for baking. The product was also sold online.
🏥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a health risk / other hazard related to Big Muffins.
About this risk
This product poses a health risk that does not fall neatly into a single category. It may involve multiple hazards or an unusual safety concern identified by authorities.
Recommended action
Stop using the product and follow any specific instructions from the recall notice. Contact the manufacturer or your national consumer protection authority for more details.
Who is at risk?
All consumers who have purchased this product.