Pastifício Selmi controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2024
Pesticide allegations involving Renata instant noodles
A consumer-defense report alleged glyphosate, glufosinate, pirimiphos-methyl and piperonyl butoxide in Renata instant noodles. Selmi responded that its products complied with Anvisa requirements.
2024
Deforestation conduct-adjustment agreement
Ricardo Selmi reportedly signed an agreement concerning deforestation of a protected area at Fazenda Marília in São Félix do Araguaia, relating to events in 2002.
2024
Asset-freezing dispute involving former partner's family
A legal dispute involving the family and companies of former Selmi partner Belarmino da Ascenção Marta led to reported freezing of assets and accounts potentially linked to Selmi.
2017
Insects reported in Renata flour
A Proteste quality report reportedly found insect material in Renata flour.
2014
Renata cake-mix nutrition test
A consumer-defense analysis reported discrepancies between declared and measured nutritional values for a Renata cake mix. Selmi said the product had been tested as sold on the shelf rather than after preparation.