Frozen Berry and Pakkasmarja Recall Fresh Berries Due to Quality Defects
Finnish berry producers Frozen Berry Ltd. and Pakkasmarja have issued precautionary recalls for batches of fresh strawberries, raspberries, and arctic brambles due to potential flavor and odor defects. The recalls affect products delivered on Saturday, 4 July, and sold exclusively in Prisma stores under the HOK-Elanto chain. Consumers who purchased berries from other retailers are advised that their products are safe for consumption.
Both companies report that the defects may have been caused by incorrect transportation or storage conditions. While no health risks have been identified, the berries in question are not recommended for consumption. Frozen Berry Ltd. and Pakkasmarja are investigating the root cause of the quality issue.
Affected Products and Batches
The recalls apply to the following batches, as listed by Frozen Berry Ltd. (Iltalehti):
Strawberries
- 1.5 kg: Batches 310111184, 310224184, 310111184, 310224183
- 3 kg: Batches 310004183, 310067183, 310255184, 310037183, 310039184, 310224184, 310266_184
- 4 kg: Batch 310004_184
- 500 g: Batches 310006184, 310173184, 310266184, 310111184, 310266_183
- 250 g: Batch 310266_183
Raspberries
- 175 g: Batch 310266_184
Arctic Brambles
- 125 g: Batch 310266_182
Pakkasmarja has not released specific batch numbers but confirms the recall affects the same product categories (Yle).
Consumer Guidance
Customers who purchased the affected berries are urged to retain the products and contact the companies’ customer service for compensation claims. Both Frozen Berry Ltd. and Pakkasmarja state that refunds will be issued for recalled purchases.
Consumers can verify batch numbers through the companies’ official announcements. Further details on the investigation are expected as the companies determine the exact cause of the quality defect.