Swiss Honey Market Scandal: 85% of Tested Products Adulterated

Investigation reveals 17 out of 20 honey brands sold in Switzerland contain adulterants, raising concerns about food safety and consumer protection.

17 out of 20 honey brands tested in Switzerland were found to be adulterated.
The testing method involved analyzing over 10 million DNA sequences to identify fraud.
Switzerland is the world's leading consumer of honey per capita.
Swiss domestic honey production covers less than one-third of national consumption.
Retailers have criticized the DNA testing methodology.

85%

Failure Rate

1.3 kg

Annual Per Capita Consumption

Authentic Brands

28%

Import Share (Germany)

"Honey DNA profiles are complex and follow distinct patterns making it easy to identify fraud."
— Report Context

"Catching honey fraudsters was a game of cat and mouse similar to doping in sport."
— Report Context

A Sticky Scandal: 85% of Swiss Honey Fails the Test

17 out of 20 honey brands tested in Switzerland were found to be adulterated.
The testing method involved analyzing over 10 million DNA sequences to identify fraud.
Switzerland is the world's leading consumer of honey per capita.
Swiss domestic honey production covers less than one-third of national consumption.
Retailers have criticized the DNA testing methodology.

85%