France issues recall for ChampiBon morel mushrooms after reported death

French health authorities have initiated a national recall for 60g pots of dried morel mushrooms from the brand ChampiBon, sold at B&M. The action follows the reported death of a 27-year-old woman on November 3, 2026, due to severe intoxication potentially linked to dehydrated morels.

The recall is due to a probable contamination by a toxin. Experts note that morels naturally contain a thermolabile toxin called hemolysin, which only disappears through proper cooking. If consumed raw or undercooked, these mushrooms can cause severe gastrointestinal issues and, in rare cases, potentially fatal neurological complications.