A health warning about lemon juice concentrate containing undeclared sulphites has been extended to further batches of the product.

In a statement, the Environmental Health Directorate said that it now had reason to believe that various batches of 200ml Piacelli Citrilemon are affected.

Batches with expiry dates marked as September 14, September 26 and October 23 of 2020 are all suspected of containing undeclared sulphites. Other batches with expiry dates from July 14, 2020 onwards could also be affected.

Sulphites, which occur naturally in some foods, are often used as food colouring and preserving additives. Although they are generally safe to ingest, they may induce migraines and other adverse effects in people who suffer from sulphite sensitivity.

For more information, contact the Health Inspectorate Services between 8am and 2.30pm on 2133 7333, by visiting their offices at Continental Business Centre, Old Railway Track, Santa Venera or by emailing mhi@gov.mt.