Category Archives: bacterial contamination

France – Tender & Soft Bolognese 400g from Jean Rozé

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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/

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

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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/

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

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

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)

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 SalmonellaSalmonella 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

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

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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

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

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 .

Iceland – Suspicion of Salmonella in Chicken

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.

France – AUCHAN brand Gorgonzola 150g

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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/

France – Gorgonzola PDO 150g from Castelli France

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Product recall: Gorgonzola PDO 150g from Castelli France

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

▸ Presentation
tray of approximately 150g

▸ Barcode
2 449 187 XXX XXX

▸ DLC
02/10/2020

▸ Lot
P231005

▸ Sanitary stamp
IT 01 532 CE

▸ Consumer service contact
CASTELLI FRANCE SA is available to consumers to answer their questions on the toll-free number: 0805 805 950 (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.).

▸ Source
https://www.carrefour.fr/


Canada – Updated Food Recall Warning – Sunsprout brand Micro – Greens, Alfalfa & Onion and Alfalfa & Radish recalled due to Salmonella

CFIA

Recall details

Ottawa, September 22, 2020 – The Food Recall Warning issued on September 19, 2020 has been updated to include additional product information. This additional information was identified during the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) food safety investigation.

Sunsprout Natural Foods is recalling Sunsprout brand Micro – Greens, Alfalfa & Onion and Alfalfa & Radish from the marketplace due to possible Salmonella contamination. Consumers should not consume and retailers, restaurants, and institutions should not sell or use the recalled products described below.

Recalled products

Brand Product Size UPC Codes
Sunsprout Micro – Greens Alfalfa & Onion 100 g 0 57621 13516 1 All best before dates up to and including BBOCT05
Sunsprout Micro – Greens Alfalfa & Radish 100 g 0 57621 13512 3 All best before dates up to and including BBOCT05

What you should do

If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, call your doctor.

Check to see if you have the recalled products in your home or establishment. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the location where they were purchased.

Food contaminated with Salmonella may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. Young children, pregnant women, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems may contract serious and sometimes deadly infections. Healthy people may experience short-term symptoms such as fever, headache, vomiting, nausea, abdominal cramps and diarrhea. Long-term complications may include severe arthritis.

Background

This recall was triggered by findings by the CFIA during its investigation into a foodborne illness outbreak. The CFIA is conducting a food safety investigation, which may lead to the recall of other products. If other high-risk products are recalled, the CFIA will notify the public through updated Food Recall Warnings.

The CFIA is verifying that industry is removing the recalled products from the marketplace.

Illnesses

Public Health Ontario is investigating an outbreak of human illness associated with consumption of these products.

Product photos

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  • Sunsprout - Micro – Greens Alfalfa & Onion
  • Sunsprout - Micro – Greens Alfalfa & Radish

Public enquiries and media

Public enquiries
Toll-free: 1-800-442-2342 (Canada and U.S.)
Telephone: 1-613-773-2342 (local or international)
Email: cfia.enquiries-demandederenseignements.acia@canada.ca
Media relations
Telephone: 613-773-6600
Email: cfia.media.acia@canada.ca