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Austria – dmBio raspberry rice cakes from the 8th month, 35 g – Aflatoxin

Posted on August 4, 2023 by KSW | Leave a comment

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AGES informs about a recall of the company dm drogerie markt. On August 4th, 2023, the company recalled the product dmBio raspberry rice cakes from the 8th month, 35 g:

recall reason

Increased aflatoxin levels

Marketed by

Dm-market

Manufacturer

Dm-market

Expiry Date

06/04/2024

Batch number

NL 157

For reasons of preventive consumer protection, dm drogerie markt is recalling the item “dmBio raspberry rice cakes from the 8th month, 35 g”. The item was immediately withdrawn from sale. Only goods with the best before date (MHD) 04.06.2024 batch “NL 157” are affected. This information can easily be found on the back of the packaging.

Reason for the recall: It cannot be ruled out that individual packs with the above MHD contain increased aflatoxin levels . These substances can impair health if ingested over a long period of time. Aflatoxins are metabolites formed by various molds.

Customers are asked not to consume the product with the above-mentioned BBD and to return it to the dm branches unopened or already opened. The purchase price will of course be refunded, even without presenting the receipt.

The quality and safety of our products is our top priority. We regret the incident and apologize to all customers for the inconvenience caused.

If you have any questions, dm customer service is available:
Tel.: 0800 – 365 86 33 (free of charge)
E-mail: kundenservice@dm.at
Opening hours: Mon.-Fri. 07:30-17:30

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Austria – Inzersdorfer Junior Poultry Spread 80g – Microbial Contamination

Posted on May 16, 2023 by KSW | Leave a comment

AGES informs about a recall of the company Maresi Austria GmbH. On May 15th, 2023, the company recalled the product Inzersdorfer Junior Poultry Spread 80g:

recall reason

Microbiological contamination

Manufacturer

Maresi Austria GmbH

Expiry Date

04.2026

Batch number

L3102

Maresi Austria GmbH is recalling “Inzersdorfer Junior Poultry Spread 80g” with the batch number “L3102” and the best before date “04 2026”.

As part of internal quality controls, bulges (bloating) on the lid were discovered on individual packages of the product “Inzersdorfer Junior Poultry Spread 80g” with the batch number “L3102” and the best-before date “MHD 04 2026” .

There is therefore the possibility of microbiological contamination in individual packs of the product, which can lead to premature spoilage of the contents as a result. For reasons of precautionary consumer protection, Maresi Austria is recalling this article. Health impairments cannot be ruled out 100 percent. Consumption is not recommended for the product with the following batch number and the following best-before date.

Inzersdorfer Junior Poultry Spread 80 g
Batch number: L3102
Best before date: 04 2026
GTIN: 90333118

Products with the above best before date can be returned to the stores where they were purchased. Customers are reimbursed the purchase price even without proof of purchase. This warning does not imply that the hazard was caused by the producer, manufacturer, importer or distributor.

Other batches and products from Inzersdorfer are not affected and can be consumed without hesitation.

A Maresi hotline has been set up on 050 40 20 36 51 for more information .

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Austria – Balik Pearls – Salmon Caviar 100g – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on May 4, 2023 by KSW | Leave a comment

On behalf of the Federal Ministry for Social Affairs, Health, Care and Consumer Protection (BMSGPK), AGES warns against the product “Balik Pearls – salmon caviar” 100g from the German manufacturer Caviar House & Prunier City GmbH with the best before date December 31, 2023 due to contamination with Listeria. These bacteria can cause serious, often fatal, diseases in immunocompromised people, the elderly and pregnant women. Pregnant women also run the risk of infecting the unborn child with the risk of premature delivery or stillbirth.

Description of the goods: “Balik Pearls – salmon caviar” 100g
Batch number: 113023
Best before date: 12/31/2023
Manufacturer: Caviar House & Prunier City GmbH, Germany
Distributor: REWE International

The product was also available in Austrian grocery stores (Billa / Billa Plus) and has since been recalled. Since it cannot be ruled out that such products are still in stock in Austrian households, urgent warnings are given against consumption.

This warning does not imply that the health hazard of the goods was caused by the producer, manufacturer, importer or distributor. AGES asks consumers not to consume the affected product under any circumstances, but to dispose of it immediately or to complain to the distributor. The official food control authorities of the federal states take further measures if necessary.

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Austria – BILLA Ham Egg Wrap 170G – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on April 28, 2023 by KSW | Leave a comment

AGES informs about a recall of the company BILLA. The company recalled the product BILLA Ham Egg Wrap 170G on April 28th, 2023:

recall reason

Listeria

Marketed by

BILLA

Manufacturer

Wojnar’s Viennese delicacies

Expiry Date

05/08/2023

Due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes, a potential health hazard cannot be ruled out. It is therefore not recommended to consume this product!

Product data: BILLA SCHINKEN EGG WRAP 170G (V-EAN: 9002233059979)
Best before date: MHD 08.05.2023

For safety reasons, the entire inventory – i.e. all batches and best-before dates – of the product has been withdrawn from sale.

Affected products that have already been purchased can now be returned without a receipt.

If you have any questions, please send
an email to Wojnar’s Wiener Leckerbissen Delikatessenproduktion GmbH to office@wojnar.at

The supplier Wojnar’s Wiener Leckerbissen Delikatessenproducer GmbH regrets the incident and apologizes to all customers for the inconvenience caused.

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Austria – Mayflower anchovy rings in olive oil 50g – Histamine

Posted on March 24, 2023 by KSW | Leave a comment

AGES informs about a recall of the company IMGRO GmbH. The company recalled the Mayflower anchovy rings in olive oil 50g product on March 24th, 2023:

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recall reason

increased histamine levels

Marketed by

IMGRO Ltd

Manufacturer

Mayflower

Expiry Date

11/23/2023

Batch number

R20E22

During an official sampling of Mayflower anchovy rings in olive oil 50g, marketed by IMGRO GmbH, Untere Donaustraße 11, A-1020 Vienna, elevated histamine levels were found. The corresponding batch R20E22 with a best-before date of November 23, 2023 was assessed as harmful and therefore not safe. As a result, we are recalling the affected lot of this item.

Mayflower anchovy rings in olive oil 50g

Batch: R20E22

Best before date: 11/23/2023

The product is not suitable for consumption and can be returned by consumers (in all branches). Of course, customers will also be reimbursed the purchase price without proof of purchase.

The distributor IMGRO GmbH fulfills its responsibility according to the food law regulations and has therefore initiated a recall of the product.

This warning does not imply that the hazard was caused by the producer, manufacturer, importer or distributor.

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Austria – dmBio Tahin Sesame Butter 250 g – Salmonella

Posted on March 24, 2023 by KSW | Leave a comment

AGES informs about a recall of the company dm drogerie markt. The company recalled the product dmBio Tahin Sesammus 250 g on March 23, 2023:

recall reason

possible contamination with salmonella

Marketed by

Dm-market

Manufacturer

Dm-market

Expiry Date

02/25/2025

dm drogerie markt is recalling the item “dmBio Tahin Sesammus 250 g” for reasons of preventive consumer protection. Only goods with the best before dates (MHD) February 21, 2025 and February 25, 2025 are affected. Other products in the dmBio range are not affected. The best before date is easy to see on the edge of the lid .

Reason for the recall: It cannot be ruled out that salmonella may occur in the article mentioned above. Eating food contaminated with salmonella can cause diarrhea, abdominal pain and occasionally vomiting and a slight fever. The symptoms usually go away on their own after a few days. In case of severe or persistent symptoms, you should consult a doctor.

We ask you not to consume the product with the above-mentioned BBD and to return it to the dm branches unopened or already opened. The purchase price will of course be refunded – even without presenting the receipt.

The quality of our products is our top priority. We regret the incident and apologize for the inconvenience caused.

Further information for customers:
dm customer service
Tel.: 0800 365 8633 (free of charge)
E-mail: kundenservice@dm.at
Opening hours: Mon. – Fri. 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m

www.dm.at

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Austria – Alesto Pistachios, roasted, 70 g – Ochratoxin A

Posted on March 2, 2023 by KSW | Leave a comment

The AGES informs about a recall of the company Lidl-Österreich GmbH. The company recalled the product Alesto Pistachios, roasted, 70 g on March 1st, 2023:

recall reason

Ochratoxin A

Marketed by

Lidl Austria GmbH

Manufacturer

Carl Wilhelm Clasen GmbH

Expiry Date

10/28/2023

Batch number

30031/230131001

EXPANSION OF THE PRODUCT RECALL: “ALESTO PISTACHIOS, ROASTED, 70 G” FROM THE MANUFACTURER CARL WILHELM CLASEN GMBH

Salzburg (OTS) – The manufacturer Carl Wilhelm Clasen GmbH is expanding the product recall of February 24, 2023 with the following batch:
“Alesto Pistachios, roasted, 70 g” with the best before date October 28, 2023 and lot number 30031/230131001

An increased ochratoxin A content was detected in the product.

The manufacturer Carl Wilhelm Clasen GmbH apologizes to all those affected for the inconvenience caused. This warning does not state that the hazard was caused by Lidl Austria.

Customer service
If you have any questions, the Lidl Austria customer service is available on the toll-free number 0800/500 810 from Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Austria – ALESTO PISTACHIOS, ROASTED & SALTED, 70G – Ochratoxin A

Posted on February 24, 2023 by KSW | Leave a comment

The manufacturer Carl Wilhelm Clasen GmbH is currently calling the products “Alesto Pistachios, roasted & salted, 70 g” with the best before date September 9th, 2023 and lot number 30030/221213001 and with the best before date October 16th, 2023 and lot number 30030/230119001 as well as “Alesto Pistachios, roasted, 70 g” with the best before date 08/12/2023 and lot number 30031/221212001 and with the best before date 10/15/2023 and lot number 30031/230118001.

Elevated levels of ochratoxin A were detected in the products. Ochratoxin A is a mold toxin (mycotoxin) that can damage the kidneys if ingested over a long period of time. Customers should therefore pay attention to the recall and not consume the products under any circumstances.

The affected products ” Alesto Pistachios, roasted & salted, 70 g” with the best before date September 9th, 2023 and lot number 30030/221213001 and with the best before date October 16th, 2023 and lot number 30030/230119001 and also “Alesto Pistachios, roasted, 70 g” with the best before date 08/12/2023 and lot number 30031/221212001 and with the best before date 10/15/2023 and lot number 30031/230118001 were sold at Lidl Austria.

The products can be returned in all Lidl branches. The purchase price will be refunded, even without presenting the receipt.

Only the products explicitly mentioned are affected by the recall. Other products sold by Lidl Austria from the manufacturer Carl Wilhelm Clasen GmbH and other items from the Alesto brand are not affected by the recall.

If you have any questions, the Lidl Austria customer service is available on the toll-free number 0800 500 810 from Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Austria – TANN Bacon 250g – Bacterial Contamination

Posted on January 23, 2023 by KSW | Leave a comment

AGES informs about a recall of the company SPAR. On January 20th, 2023, the company recalled the product TANN Jausenspeck 250g:

recall reason

Possible bacterial contamination

Marketed by

SAVE

Manufacturer

TANN

Expiry Date

02/23/2023

Batch number

6125040509, 6125110509, 6130121732, 6130141732, 6130342298

As a precaution, SPAR is recalling “TANN Jausenspeck 250g” in Vienna, Lower Austria and northern Burgenland

A possible bacterial contamination was found in the product “TANN Jausenspeck 250g” during a routine quality control.
The batches affected are:

6125040509 – MHD: 01/19/2023
6125110509 – MHD: 01/23/2023
6130121732 – MHD: 07.02.2023
6130141732 – MHD: 09.02.2023
6130342298 – MHD: 02/23/2023

For this reason, SPAR is recalling the product with the stated best before dates. The bacon was only delivered in Lower Austria, Vienna and northern Burgenland. Other regions and batches are not affected.

SPAR asks customers not to consume the “TANN Jausenspeck 250g” with the batch numbers mentioned. All other TANN products are not affected by this recall.

All customers who have bought one of the products that may be affected can of course return it to the nearest SPAR, EUROSPAR or INTERSPAR store or Maximarkt. Customers are reimbursed the purchase price even without proof of purchase.

Customers who have questions about this are welcome to contact customer service at office@spar.at or call the free phone number 0800 / 22 11 20 .