People are being warned to look out for fake bottles of vodka that are being labelled a health hazard.
The Spar-brand Imperial vodka has excessive levels of methanol, which can cause blindness, and any traders or shoppers who see the bottles should report it to Derbyshire County Council's tarding standards.
The counterfeit 70cl Spar-branded Imperia
l vodka booze has already been found in several locations around the UK and follows on from the recent discovery of fake Glen's vodka in Derbyshire.
Vodka sold in Spar (UK) Ltd stores is not affected. The fake product is likely to be found in independent, non Spar, outlets.
Derbyshire County Council's cabinet member for community safety, Clive Moesby said: "One of our main priorities is the safety and well being of Derbyshire residents. While there have not yet been any reported sightings of this particular brand of fake vodka in Derbyshire, we want people to be on their guard.
"We would advise consumers and traders to take care and only buy from trusted and well known sources."
If you are a trader or shopper and are suspicious about any product then contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506.
The effects of methanol poisoning include abdominal pain, drowsiness and dizziness and in serious can cause blindness and breathing difficulties leading to coma.
Genuine Spar 'Imperial' vodka (70cl) can be easily identified as it will only be in a bottle supplied by Rockware Glass and will have a lot code on the neck of the bottle.
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