Toxic Cheese Scandal: Morocco’s Hidden Health Hazard Exposed

Is the consumption of Kiri, the commercial brand of French industrial cheese from the Bel Group, dangerous to health? In a video published on TikTok, a content creator claims that there are clear differences between the Kiri sold in Morocco and in France. He demonstrates that the Moroccan version contains several chemical additives classified as potentially carcinogenic, while the French product is free of such substances. According to the mobile product tracking app, the Moroccan version contains three additives reported as "harmful to health".

The additives identified in the Moroccan product are: tricalcium phosphate, carrageenan and polyphosphate. Tricalcium phosphate can increase cardiovascular risks, carrageenan has been associated with cancer in some studies, and polyphosphates can contribute to other health complications, warn nutrition experts. Yet the spreadable cheeses sold in France often receive excellent ratings for their lack of additives and the maintenance of a balanced fat content.

Similar findings are made on "many spreadable cheeses sold in Morocco", adds the nutrition enthusiast. And to wonder: "Why are these additives present in Morocco but not in France?" Faced with these findings, the content creator recommends the traditional (Jben) cheese made locally, which remains the only available alternative in Morocco to receive a favorable rating in terms of ingredient quality.