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More than two-thirds of common brands of extra-virgin olive oil found in grocery stores aren’t what they claim to be. Here’s how to spot the real stuff. In April 2007, U.S. Marshals busted into storage facilities in New York and New Jersey to seize a counterfeit and potentially dangerous substance. The product they seized?
Olive oil expert Dr. Maria G., a consultant for the IOC, attests to Costco‘s stringent standards: "Kirkland Signature olive oils undergo the same rigorous testing as top brands. Costco‘s commitment to quality and authenticity is evident in their sourcing, production, and labeling practices."
Olive oil fraud typically happens in two main ways: producers mislabeling lower-quality oils as premium products, such as extra virgin olive oil, or mixing olive oil with inexpensive neutral...
While we rated our premium favorite higher than Costco’s premium oil, scores were nearly tied between our supermarket favorite Carapelli and the Kirkland 100% Italian extra virgin olive oil. The other two, Kirkland organic and 100% Spanish oils, trailed just behind.
Olive Oil Fraud and Mislabeling Cases in EU. According to a 2022 European Commission publication, heat waves and droughts in Europe have been affecting olive oil harvests, leading to a flourishing black market for fake virgin and extra virgin olive oil.
Mafia copies of fine olive oil, wine and cheese have fueled an explosion of food crime in Italy. It’s estimated to be a $16 billion-a-year enterprise. The Italians call what is happening “Agromafia,” and it’s a scandal for a people whose cuisine is considered a national treasure.
I have a Kirkland Signature Extra Virgin Olive Oil Toscano in a glass bottle. It says it's from Tuscany during a harvest in October through December 2021. It has a seal that says, "Protected Geographical Indication".
Within the last two years in Italy, authorities confiscated more than 2,000 tons of fake olive oil and launched an investigation into seven of the country's leading producers. The wrinkle for...
It's reliably reported that 80% of the Italian olive oil on the market is fraudulent. Some experts think that percentage is an exaggeration. Others believe that the bigger problem is poor quality...
Discover how to spot fake olive oil and choose genuine brands to enhance your health. Avoid common olive oil scams with these tips.