Recently, a report aired on VTV1’s “Vietnam Today” revealed that Hai Phong police uncovered a syndicate purchasing pork infected with African swine fever, which was then processed into canned food. The syndicate collected over 120 tons of contaminated meat, storing it in the warehouse of Halong Canfoco Joint Stock Company. Approximately 2 tons of this meat had already been processed into canned products. Authorities have gathered evidence and destroyed the 120 tons of infected meat, while further investigations are underway to address the issue.
Over 120 tons of infected pork were stored in Halong Canfoco’s warehouse, with 2 tons processed into canned meat. (Screenshot)
This news has sparked widespread concern among consumers, as Halong Canfoco’s canned products, including their popular Hai Phong Lighthouse Pate, were widely consumed and promoted by influencers on social media.
Following the announcement, many consumers expressed outrage and anxiety, with some discarding previously purchased cans of Lighthouse Pate. The incident has severely damaged trust in the brand.
“Lighthouse Pate” trending in searches
Many families have used Halong Canfoco’s canned products, especially Lighthouse Pate. (Photo: @_annie.meowmeow)
Consumers discarding Halong Canfoco products. (Source: @tiemtaphoamevoi, @phuongthaotran)
Social media users have expressed disappointment in the long-standing brand, whose products were widely available in supermarkets and stores. The company’s negligence has led to a loss of consumer trust.
Outraged comments from the online community include:
– “I recently bought Halong Canfoco canned meat from the supermarket, planning to cook it later. After seeing the news about the African swine fever-infected pork, I’m shocked. How could a well-known brand compromise consumer health like this? I fed this to my family…”
– “I tried their Lighthouse Pate after seeing it promoted, but it wasn’t to my taste. Now, I’m both worried and angry. A long-established company producing substandard goods—it’s unacceptable.”
– “While Halong Canfoco produces Lighthouse Pate, the name is also used by other businesses in Hai Phong as a local specialty. This scandal will likely affect them too. It’s a complete loss of trust.”
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