Limiting consumption of breaded, pre-fried products for children, as they are most vulnerable to 3-MCPD exposure.
The 2022 evaluation by Öko-Test revealed significant quality discrepancies in one of Germany's most popular frozen convenience foods: fish sticks. Out of 19 products tested, including both conventional and organic options, the results were sobering. Many established, high-profile brands failed to meet basic health and sustainability standards, primarily due to chemical contamination and transparency issues in the supply chain. Summary of Key Findings Many established, high-profile brands failed to meet basic
The test results were particularly damaging for market leaders. While generic "store brands" often performed surprisingly well, the "big names" struggled. Only two products managed to achieve a "Very
Only two products managed to achieve a "Very Good" ( Sehr Gut ) rating. These were the Frosta Fish Sticks and the Alnatura Fish Sticks (Organic) Conclusion and Consumer Recommendations
Despite being the market leader, Iglo's classic fish sticks received a "Poor" ( Mangelhaft ) rating. The primary reasons were high levels of 3-MCPD and MOSH contamination. Rewe (Beste Wahl):
Prioritizing brands that scored "Very Good," specifically Frosta and Alnatura .
. Both brands stood out for their lack of harmful contaminants and their superior commitment to sustainable fishing and supply chain transparency. Conclusion and Consumer Recommendations