According to a statement released by Lactalis on Thursday, French authorities are investigating allegations that the dairy giant improperly implemented product recalls and withdrawals. As well as allegations of fraud and negligent bodily harm.
France investigates dairy giant Lactalis for recall failure, negligence, and a lack of transparency. The company says it will participate fully in the legal process.
According to French media reports, the investigation is related to a 2017 scandal involving the contamination of infant formula with salmonella.
In the coming weeks, Lactalis will have “access to all case materials”. It will be able to “respond specifically to the entirety of the arguments presented in this investigation.”
Lactalis, a privately held company, is the biggest cheese producer and one of the largest dairy companies of the world.
Since its founding in 1933, the company has experienced consistent growth. Its 2011 acquisition of Italy’s Parmalat transformed it into a major global player.
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