AFSCA
Colruyt Group recalled
Product: Organic minced pork (400g) from the Colruyt brand.
Problem: Possible presence of Salmonella.During microbiological checks at the supplier, the presence of Salmonella was observed in the organic minced pork product 400 g bearing the expiration date (DLC) 18/12/2020.
In consultation with the AFSCA, Colruyt therefore decided to withdraw the product concerned from sale.
Customers who have purchased this product are advised not to consume it and to bring it back to the store, where they will be reimbursed. In the meantime, all stores have removed the affected products from the shelves.
Product description: • Organic minced pork 400 g •
Use-by date (Best before date): 18/12/2020 •
Item number: 17968 • Sales period: from 9/12/2020 to 15/12/2020 included
This product has been offered for sale in Colruyt stores in Belgium.
For more information , customers can contact Colruyt Group Customer Service on 0800 99 124 .
Possible symptoms of Salmonella poisoning
Possible symptoms of Salmonella poisoning are fever, abdominal cramps and diarrhea. These symptoms usually appear within 12 to 48 hours of ingestion.
Symptoms usually last 4-7 days, and most people recover without specific treatment. Young children, pregnant women, the immunocompromised and the elderly are among the groups at risk. In these people, the symptoms can be severe enough to require hospitalization.
People who have consumed this product and who present this type of symptoms are advised to consult their attending physician and notify them of this consumption.
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