lebensmittelwarnung.de – The official portal for product recalls and safety alerts
Consumers rightly expect clear, transparent information when it comes to the safety of food and everyday products. lebensmittelwarnung.de is the official portal of Germany’s federal and state governments that provides centralized, trustworthy, and up-to-date information on product recalls and public health warnings – nationwide and free of charge.
What does the portal offer?
On lebensmittelwarnung.de, the 16 German Federal States and the Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety (BVLshort forGerman Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety) publish information about products that:
- may pose a risk to health,
- are unsuitable for consumption or use, or
- may mislead consumers.

Stay informed – even on the go
In addition to the website, a free app is available. Receive push notifications tailored to your needs as soon as a new recall is published and share them easily.
Clear, current, and reliable
Each recall contains:
- the product name and image,
- the reason for the recall,
- ways of identification, for example through batch numbers and best by dates.
lebensmittelwarnung.de also offers a glossary, extensive FAQs, and background information on health risks – helping users quickly and confidently assess potential hazards.
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lebensmittelwarnung.de also offers a glossary, extensive FAQs, and background information on health risks – helping users quickly and confidently assess potential hazards.
A joint platform for greater safety
Since 2011, lebensmittelwarnung.de has served as the central communication channel for health-related product recalls in Germany. All information is based on the most up-to-date knowledge from the relevant authorities and is continuously reviewed and updated.
Whether at home or on the go – lebensmittelwarnung.de keeps consumers informed, protected, and empowered to act.