Moroccan Olive Oil Controversy Spain Deoleo Carbonell

Moroccan olive oil is once again at the center of a controversy in Spain. This time, the dispute stems from a photo of a Carbonell oil bottle, on which appears the mention "origin European Union and non-European Union."

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A Spanish MEP from Vox, Hermann Tertsch, used this image to claim that the brand was buying Moroccan oil and participating in the destruction of Spanish olive groves. But this accusation is contested by the company.

According to La Vanguardia, Deoleo, owner of Carbonell, assures that the photo dates from the 2022-2023 campaign. During that period, due to drought in Spain, the company says it used limited amounts of extra virgin oil from Chile and Argentina.

Morocco denied as supplier

The company especially asserts that Morocco was not a supplier of raw materials for its brands between 2022 and 2026. No element appearing on the label allows one to claim either that the oil came from Morocco.

The mention "European Union and non-European Union" is a labeling requirement. It simply means that the product may contain oils from European and non-European countries. It does not automatically designate Morocco.

This controversy occurs in a tense climate in Spain around Moroccan agricultural products. In recent months, several rumors have already targeted products from Morocco, often without solid evidence.

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Spain does import Moroccan olive oil, but in volumes limited compared to its stocks and overall trade.