Penguin and Club bars can no longer be called chocolate
What Happened
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) announced today that popular chocolate bars Penguin and Club can no longer be marketed as chocolate due to changes in their recipe. The decision affects the manufacturer, Pladis Global, and the chocolate products’ widespread availability in the United Kingdom. Pladis Global has confirmed that it altered the recipe of the two iconic chocolate bars, leading to them no longer meeting the minimum cocoa solids requirement to be classified as chocolate under UK and EU law.
In response to the FSA’s ruling, Pladis Global stressed that the recipe adjustments were necessary to enhance sustainability by sourcing cocoa in a more responsible way. However, chocolate purists and consumers have expressed disappointment and concern over the changes, as the taste and quality of the beloved Penguin and Club bars may be significantly different moving forward.
The FSA underlined that they are enforcing the existing regulations on chocolate composition to ensure transparency and accuracy in food labeling. They advised Pladis Global to market the products under new names that accurately reflect their ingredients, in compliance with the legal standards for chocolate in the UK.
Sources Analysis
FSA – The Food Standards Agency is a regulatory body known for its focus on food safety and standards, indicating a reliable source in this context.
Pladis Global – As the manufacturer directly involved in the issue, Pladis Global may have a vested interest in framing the recipe changes as necessary for sustainability to mitigate potential negative consumer reactions.
Fact Check
Pladis Global altered the recipe of Penguin and Club bars – Verified fact. This information can be confirmed by official statements from the company and the FSA.
The new recipe no longer meets the minimum cocoa solids requirement for chocolate – Verified fact. This is a direct result of the FSA’s assessment of the products against legal standards.
Consumers have expressed disappointment over the changes in taste and quality – Unconfirmed claims. While there are reports of consumer dissatisfaction, individual experiences may vary and cannot be universally verified.
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