Monthly Archives: September 2020

Canada – Notice not to consume smoked salmon sold by Les Vergers Hillspring

Posted on September 24, 2020 by | Leave a comment

MAPAQ

Quebec , September 23, 2020 – MAPAQ, in collaboration with Les Vergers Hillspring, located at 1019, route 202, in Franklin , is warning the population not to consume the product indicated in the table below if they do not has not been kept in the freezer at all times since the time of purchase. This is because the product packaging does not include the required “Keep frozen until use” statement .

 

Product name Format Targeted lot
“Maple and rum smoked salmon” Variable weight Units sold until September 22, 2020

The product that is the subject of this warning was offered for sale until September 22, 2020 inclusively , and only at the establishment designated above. It was sold frozen. The product was packaged in a transparent bag and did not have a label.

The operator is voluntarily recalling the product in question. He agreed with MAPAQ to disseminate this warning as a precautionary measure. People who have this product in their possession and who have not kept it in the freezer at all times are advised not to consume it. They must either return the product to the establishment where they purchased it or throw it away. Even if the affected product does not show signs of spoilage or a suspicious odor, consuming it may represent a health risk. It should be noted that no case of illness associated with the consumption of this food has been reported to MAPAQ so far.

 

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USA – Wismettac Asian Foods Voluntarily Recalls Dried Fungus Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination

Posted on September 24, 2020 by | Leave a comment

FDA

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc., Santa Fe Springs, CA is issuing a voluntary recall for Shirakiku brand imported Dried Fungus (also known as Black Fungus or Kikurage) because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

The product was distributed to restaurants in Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington DC, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin and British Columbia in Canada.

  • Affected Product:
Item Number Item Description Pack Size UPC Code Product Lot Code Package Photo
#60403 BLACK FUNGUS (KIKURAGE) 5LB 5 LB 00074410604035 All Lots with Item #60403 on the package See below

Wismettac is initiating the recall after the California Department of Public Health discovered the presence of Salmonella in the product. The manufactuer has been made aware of the issue, and is conducting an investigation to determine the cause of the issue so corrections can be implemented.

To ensure consumer safety, all distribution of the affected product has ceased and restaurant customers have been notified for the product removal.

Consumers with questions may contact the company at recall@wismettacusa.com.

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
Food Safety Department
recall@wismettacusa.com

Company Contact Information

Consumers:
Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
 recall@wismettacusa.com

Product Photos

  • Package image, Shirakiku Black Fungus

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France – Tender & Soft Bolognese 400g from Jean Rozé

Posted on September 24, 2020 by | Leave a comment

Oulah

Product recall: Tender & Soft Bolognese 400g from Jean Rozé

ENCOUNTERED PROBLEM

Presence of salmonella

PROPOSED SOLUTION

Those in possession of this product are asked not to consume it and to return it to the point of sale where it was purchased.

Foodborne illness caused by Salmonella results in gastrointestinal disturbances, diarrhea, vomiting and abdominal pain, often accompanied by fever; these symptoms may be more serious in young children, immunocompromised people and the elderly. The incubation period can range from 6 to 72 hours.
People who have consumed the products mentioned below and who have these symptoms are invited to consult their doctor, notifying him of this consumption.

FURTHER INFORMATION

▸ Type of packaging
400g – tray in a protective atmosphere

▸ DLC
23/09/2020

▸ Lot
102590044

▸ Health
stamp FR-35.360.005-CE

▸ Source
https://www.intermarche.com/

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France – Tender & Soft minced Bolognese 400g from NETTO – Salmonella

Posted on September 24, 2020 by | Leave a comment

Oulah

Product recall: Tender & Soft minced Bolognese 400g from NETTO

ENCOUNTERED PROBLEM

Presence of salmonella

PROPOSED SOLUTION

Those in possession of this product are asked not to consume it and to return it to the point of sale where it was purchased.

Foodborne illness caused by Salmonella results in gastrointestinal disturbances, diarrhea, vomiting and abdominal pain, often accompanied by fever; these symptoms may be more serious in young children, immunocompromised people and the elderly. The incubation period can range from 6 to 72 hours.
People who have consumed the products mentioned below and who have these symptoms are invited to consult their doctor, notifying him of this consumption.

FURTHER INFORMATION

▸ Barcode
3250390642893

▸ Type of packaging
400g – tray in a protective atmosphere

▸ Lot
102590044

▸ DLC
23/09/2020

▸ Veterinary identification number
FR-35.360.005-CE

▸ Source
https://www.netto.fr/

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Italy – Smoked Wild Salmon – Smoked Sockeye Wild Salmon 100 g – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on September 24, 2020 by | Leave a comment

Salute

Brand : Smoked Wild Salmon

Name : Smoked Wild Sockeye Salmon 100 g

Reason for reporting : Recall due to microbiological risk

Publication date : 23 September 2020

Documentation

Documentation

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USA – Real Pet Food Company of Phoenix, AZ Voluntarily Recalls One Lot of Billy+Margot Wild Kangaroo and Superfoods Recipe Dog Food in 4 lb Bags Because of a Possible Salmonella Health Risk (USA)

Posted on September 23, 2020 by | Leave a comment

FDA

Real Pet Food Company is voluntarily recalling Billy+Margot Wild Kangaroo and Superfoods Recipe 4lb bags because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products.

While no illnesses have been reported, healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Owners exhibiting any signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare provider.

Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea, fever, vomiting and or abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.

Retailers who have received product from the affected lot code have been asked to remove this product from shelves immediately and dispose of the product carefully.

If you have purchased Billy+Margot Wild Kangaroo and Superfoods Recipe in a 4 lb bag, with lot code V 07 Feb 2022 from any retail store nationally, please stop feeding the product to your dogs, dispose of this product immediately, wash your hands accordingly, and sanitize affected surfaces.

This recall does not affect any other Billy+Margot products or those sold outside of the USA.

The recall is a result of a routine sampling program by state officials which revealed that the finished products contained the bacteria. The company has ceased the production and distribution of the product. The FDA and the company will continue their investigation as to what caused the problem.

Consumers who have purchased the recalled products may call Real Pet Food between 8 am and 10 pm EST immediately for a refund or for additional information at : 1-800-467-5494. Consumers with questions may contact the company at : 1-800-467-5494 during the above times also.

Company Contact Information

Consumers:
Real Pet Food
 1-800-467-5494

Product Photos

  • Label, Billy+Margot Wild Kangaroo and Superfoods Recipe 4lb bag

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Ireland – Recall of a Batch of Coastguard Seafoods Smoked Salmon Due to the Detection of Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on September 23, 2020 by | Leave a comment

FSAIl

Summary
Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2020.61
Product: Coastguard Seafoods Smoked Salmon
Batch Code: 208; use-by date: 31.09.2020
Country Of Origin: Ireland

Message:

Coastguard Seafoods is recalling all packs of the above batch of its smoked salmon (hot smoked and cold smoked) due to the detection of Listeria monocytogenes.  Point-of-sale recall notices will be displayed in stores supplied with the implicated batch.

Nature Of Danger:

Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle aches, severe headache and neck stiffness.  In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications.  Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly.  The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days.  

Action Required:

Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:

Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batch from sale and to display a point-of-sale recall notice in stores where the affected batch was sold.

Wholesalers/distributors are requested to contact their affected customers and recall the implicated batch and provide a point-of-sale recall notice to their retailer customers.

Consumers:

Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batch.

Coastguard Seafoods

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Luxembourg – RECALL: GORGONZOLA OF THE AUCHAN BRAND – RISK OF THE PRESENCE OF LISTERIA MONOCYTOGENES

Posted on September 23, 2020 by | Leave a comment

SAP

Last name GORGONZOLA
Mark AUCHAN
Unit 150 g
Bar code 3596710406647
Best before date (DLC) 01/10/2020
Lot P230003

Danger  : Risk of presence of Listeria monocytogenes

Listeria monocytogenes can cause fever, headache, and gastroenteritis. Vulnerable people such as the immunocompromised and the elderly and young children may experience neurological symptoms due to meningitis. Pregnant women should also pay special attention to these symptoms. Gastroenteritis can appear between a few hours and 3 days after consumption, while neurological symptoms can only appear after 3 months. People who have consumed these products and who present these symptoms are advised to consult a doctor, notifying him of this consumption.

Sale in Luxembourg by: Auchan

Source of information: Recall notification by Auchan

Communicated by: Government Commission for Quality, Fraud and Food Safety .

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Iceland – Suspicion of Salmonella in Chicken

Posted on September 23, 2020 by | Leave a comment

MAST

Food Poisoning Salmonella

Matvælastofnun warns against consuming a certain chicken due to suspicion of salmonella. Reykjagarður hf. has suspended sales and recalls from the market one batch of chicken.

The recall only covers the following traceability number:

  • Product names: Holta, Kjörfugl and Króna chicken (Whole bird, breast, puffins, bits)
  • Traceability number: 001-20-33-1-02
  • Distribution: Iceland stores, Hagkaupsverslanir, Krónan, KR, Kjarval, Nettó, Costco, Extra24, Heimkaup, Kaupfélag Skagfirðinga, Bjarnabúð, Kjörbúðin, Hlíðakaup

Consumers who have purchased chickens with this traceability number are asked to return the product to the relevant store or directly to Reykjagarður hf., Fossháls 1, 110 Reykjavík.

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France – AUCHAN brand Gorgonzola 150g

Posted on September 23, 2020 by | Leave a comment

Oulah

Product recall: AUCHAN brand Gorgonzola 150g

ENCOUNTERED PROBLEM

Presence of listeria monocytogenes

PROPOSED SOLUTION

Those in possession of this product are asked not to consume it and to return it to the point of sale where it was purchased for reimbursement.

People who have consumed this product and who have a fever, isolated or accompanied by headaches, are invited to consult their attending physician, notifying them of this consumption.
Pregnant women should pay special attention to these symptoms, as well as immunocompromised people and the elderly. These symptoms may suggest listeriosis, a disease that can be serious and can take up to eight weeks to incubate.

FURTHER INFORMATION

▸ Barcode
3596710406647

▸ Lot
P230003

▸ DLC
01/10/2020

▸ Veterinary identification number
IT 01 532 CE

▸ Consumer service contact
CASTELLI FRANCE SA is available to consumers to answer their questions at the telephone numbers: 06 22 38 23 55.

▸ Source
https://www.auchan.fr/

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