26.03.2026 14:32
A citizen in Istanbul reported that a wooden piece was found inside a packaged pasta purchased from BİM, requesting an explanation and investigation from both the supermarket and the pasta company.
A citizen shopping at a BİM branch in Güngören, Istanbul, found a wooden piece the size of a half finger inside the pasta they purchased.
AN UNACCEPTABLE SITUATION
The consumer, reacting to the situation, stated that the presence of a foreign object in a packaged food product poses a serious risk in terms of both hygiene and health. They indicated that the incident suggests there may be inadequacies in the oversight of production and packaging processes.
CALL FOR "AN INVESTIGATION TO BE CONDUCTED"
The citizen requested an official statement regarding the pasta brand and BİM, an apology to be conveyed to them, and an investigation into the relevant product batch. The incident brought discussions about food safety and inspection processes back to the forefront after being shared on social media.