UK investigation finds "Italian" tomato paste may contain Chinese tomatoes linked to forced labor.

A recent investigation reveals that some "Italian" tomato purees sold in UK supermarkets may contain tomatoes from China, potentially harvested under forced labor conditions. The investigation links Italian company Antonio Petti, which supplies major brands, to tomato paste imports from Chinese company Xinjiang Guannong between 2020 and 2023. This raises concerns over the ethical sourcing of these products in the UK and Europe.

December 01, 2024
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