Rat poison found in baby food jar in Austria after product recall

"Police in Burgenland stated that a sample from one of the 190g jars of carrots and potatoes baby food reported by a customer had tested positive for rat poison."

"HiPP indicated that it could not be ruled out that a dangerous substance had been introduced into the product, suggesting possible tampering."

"The police statement noted that affected jars had a sticker with a red circle on the bottom and signs of damage or an unusual smell."

"Spar and HiPP advised customers not to consume the contents of the jars bought from Spar Austria, offering a full refund on returned products."

Police in Austria reported that rat poison was discovered in HiPP baby food jars, prompting a recall from more than 1,000 Spar supermarkets. A sample from a 190g jar of carrots and potatoes tested positive for the toxic substance. HiPP indicated that tampering could not be ruled out. Affected jars had specific identifying features, including a red circle sticker and signs of damage. Authorities in Austria were alerted to the risk following investigations in Germany. Customers were advised to return the product for a full refund and to wash their hands if they had contact with the jars.

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