SA Health has recalled Sunshine Sprouts and Star Tu Chinese Bean Sprouts from major and small supermarkets, small grocers and fruit and vegetable grocers in SA and NT due to microbial Salmonella Saintpaul contamination. Food products contaminated with Salmonella may cause illness if consumed. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice. The products can be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Date notified to FSANZ
19/05/2016
Food type
Mung bean sprouts
Product name
Sunshine Sprouts
Star Tu Chinese Bean Sprouts
Package description and size
Sunshine Sprouts – plastic tub, 125g
Star Tu – Sold in plastic bags, also sold to consumers loose, all sizes including 350g, 1Kg and 5Kg
Date marking
All use by dates currently in the marketplace
Country of origin
Australia
Reason for recall
Microbial Salmonella Saintpaul contamination
Distribution
Major and small supermarkets, small grocers and fruit and vegetable grocers in SA and NT
Consumer advice
Food products contaminated with Salmonella may cause illness if consumed. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice. The products can be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund.
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