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Danone controversies

Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.

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  1. 2021

    Danone recalls three yogurt batches over possible metal pieces

    Recall announced

    Danone took the precautionary step of recalling three batches of yogurt products because they may contain pieces of metal.

    Source excerpt

    • Danone has taken the precautionary step of recalling three batches of yogurt products because they may contain pieces of metal.
  2. 2001

    LU factory-closure controversy

    Danone’s planned closure of two profitable French biscuit factories and associated European job reductions provoked strikes, demonstrations, political criticism, and boycott calls. Related disputes over critical websites also produced legal proceedings, with a 2003 appeal decision emphasizing freedom of expression.