Plastifiers and hydrocarbons found in olive oil sold in supermarkets, alert 60 million consumers

Of the 22 references tested by the magazine, all "have at least one contaminant, and for some, in a significant amount", including organic oils.

The magazine found traces of petroleum derivatives in half of the olive oils tested. A third of them also have "a sensory defect".

Of a little over 20 bottles studied by the magazine, all contain traces of plasticizers and hydrocarbons.

A survey carried out by 60 million consumers and published on Thursday 24 April reveals toxic substances in extra virgin olive oils, including organic ones. Prices and labels do not protect.

Some olive oils conceal a multitude of harmful substances: hydrocarbons, plasticizers and other toxic products, highlighting a disturbing reality about the health of our daily diet.

An emblem of the Mediterranean diet, olive oil - a fortiori extra virgin olive oil - is often considered a healthy food. However, it is not a guarantee of good quality: 60 Million consumers have found traces of plasticizers and hydrocarbons in 22 products, whether organic or not. "Green gold" does not escape pollution.