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Canada – Maple Dale Cheese Co. brand 1 year old Cheddar recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on February 22, 2023 by | Leave a comment

CFIA

Summary

Product 1 year old Cheddar

IssueFood – Microbial Contamination – Listeria

What to do

Do not consume, use, sell, serve, or distribute recalled products

Affected products

Maple Dale Cheese Co. 1 year old cheddar 235 g 6 23164 22235 6 VAT# 211227 BEST BEFORE 23AU21;
VAT# 211197 BEST BEFORE 23AU21

Issue

The affected product is being recalled from the marketplace due to possible Listeria contamination.

The recalled product has been sold in Ontario.

What you should do

  • If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, contact your healthcare provider
  • Check to see if you have recalled products
  • Do not consume, serve, use, sell, or distribute recalled products
  • Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the location where they were purchased

Food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. Symptoms can include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle aches, severe headache and neck stiffness. Pregnant women, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems are particularly at risk. Although infected pregnant women may experience only mild, flu-like symptoms, the infection can lead to premature delivery, infection of the newborn or even stillbirth. In severe cases of illness, people may die.

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Germany – sogut platter with sauerkraut 4x100g – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on February 22, 2023 by | Leave a comment

LMW

Alert type: Groceries
Date of first publication:

02/17/2023

Product name: sogut platter with sauerkraut 4x100g
Product images:

Butcher plate with sauerkraut.jpg

sogut Fleisch- und Wurstwaren GmbH Leipziger Land

Manufacturer (distributor):

sogut Fleisch- und Wurstwaren GmbH Leipziger Land

Reason for warning:

A contamination with Listeria moncytogenes was found in investigations of the product “Schlachteplatte mit Sauerkraut”. About listeria: Listeria disease usually manifests itself within 14 days of infection with diarrhea and fever. In particular, pregnant women, the elderly and people with a weakened immune system can develop serious illnesses with blood poisoning and meningitis. In pregnant women, even without symptoms, the unborn child can be harmed.

Packaging Unit: 4x 100g
Durability: BBD: 02/23/2023
Lot identification: all batches
Additional Information:

Anyone who has eaten this food and develops severe or persistent symptoms should seek medical attention and report possible Listeria infection. Pregnant women who have eaten this food should seek medical treatment and advice even if they have no symptoms. For other people without symptoms, this is not useful. 

The goods were distributed through food retailers in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia. 

Manufacturer’s website:

https://sogut.de/

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USA – Xin Ao International Group Corp. Recalls “Sss Enoki Mushroom” & “K-Fresh Mushroom” Because of Potential Health Risk – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on February 22, 2023 by | Leave a comment

FDA

Company Announcement

Xin Ao International Group Corp of Linden, NJ, is recalling its 200 grams packages of “Sss Enoki Mushroom” and “K-Fresh Mushroom”, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

“Sss Enoki Mushroom” & “K-Fresh Mushroom” were sold at 99 Ranch Supermarket retail stores in MD. The product comes in 200 grams, clear plastic package marked with lot # 6953150100677 for “Sss Enoki Mushroom” & 4892742010234 for “K-Fresh Mushroom” on the top and with an expiration date of 02/15/2023 stamped on the side.

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

Consumers who have purchased 200 gram package of “Sss Enoki Mushroom” & “K-Fresh Mushroom” should not consume them and are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 908-260-3061 M-F 9 am – 4 pm EST.

Company Contact Information

Consumers:
Xin Ao International Group Corp.
 908-260-3061

Product Photos

  • Sss Enoki Mushroom, 200 gms
  • K-Fresh Mushroom, 200 gms

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Sweden – Axfood recalls Garant fresh meatballs – may contain Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on February 22, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Livsmedelsverket

Axfood is recalling Garant fresh meatballs because they may contain listeria.

Axfood’s press release

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Canada – Mother Dairy brand Paneer Fresh Cheese recalled due to generic E. coli

Posted on February 22, 2023 by | Leave a comment

CFIA

Summary

Product
Paneer Fresh Cheese
Issue
Food – Microbial Contamination – E. Coli – non-pathogenic
What to do

Do not use, sell, serve or distribute the affected products.

Audience
Hotels, restaurants and institutions
Retail

Affected products

Issue

Mother Dairy brand Paneer Fresh Cheese recalled due to generic E. coli.

The recalled products have been sold in Alberta.

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UK – Tahira Foods recalls a number of products because of poor temperature control

Posted on February 22, 2023 by | Leave a comment

FSA

Tahira Foods Limited is recalling a number of products because there has been a breakdown in temperature control which makes these products unsafe to eat.
Any of the products listed below sold at Morrisons, Coop and/or Asda are not affected.

Product details

Tahira Chilled Beef Sausage Hot and Spicy
Pack size 500g and 8x500g
Batch code All batches
Use by All dates
Tahira Chilled Chicken Sausage Piri Piri
Pack size 500g and 8x500g
Batch code All batches
Use by All dates
Tahira Chilled Chicken Sausage Tikka
Pack size 500g and 8x500g
Batch code All batches
Use by All dates
Tahira Turkey Chorizo
Pack size 80g and 12x80g
Batch code All batches
Use by All dates
Tahira Sliced Turkey Pizza Topping Salami
Pack size 125g and 12x125g
Batch code All batches
Use by All dates
Tahira Sliced Poultry Mortadella with Paprika
Pack size 200g and 8x200g
Batch code All batches
Use by All dates
Tahira Chilled Mini Chicken Sausage
Pack size 400g and 6x400g
Batch code All batches
Use by All dates
Tahira Beef Salami
Pack size 80g and 12x80g
Batch code All batches
Use by All dates
Tahira Nabulsi Cheese
Pack size 250g and 8x250g
Batch code All batches
Use by All dates

Risk statement

Insufficient temperature control makes these products unsafe to eat.

Action taken by the company

Tahira Foods Limited is recalling the above products from customers. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling the products affected. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tells them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.

Any of the products listed above sold at Morrisons, Coop and/or Asda are not affected.

Customer notice: Tahira recalls a range of products because of temperature breakdown (148.99 KB)

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UK – Lidl GB recalls Deluxe Strolghino Salami because of the potential presence of Salmonella

Posted on February 22, 2023 by | Leave a comment

FSA

Lidl GB is recalling Deluxe Strolghino Salami because Salmonella has been found in the product.

Product details

Deluxe Strolghino Salami
Pack size 250g
Use by 13 Apr 2023 and 08 May 2023

Risk statement

The presence of Salmonella in the product listed above.

Symptoms caused by Salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps.

Action taken by the company

Lidl GB is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in retail stores that are selling this product. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.

Customer notice: Deluxe Strolghina Salami (153.92 KB)

Our advice to consumers

If you have bought any of the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund. If you have any queries or concerns please email customer.services@lidl.co.uk or telephone 0800 977 7766.

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France – Smoked Scottish Salmon Fillet – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on February 17, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Gov france

Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Fishery and aquaculture products
  • Product brand name Unbranded
  • Model names or references Smoked Scottish Salmon Fillet (2 slices, 4 slices, scraps)
  • Identification of products
    GTIN Batch Date
    0208335000000 All lots Use-by date 02/01/2023
    0208403000000 All lots Use-by date 02/01/2023
  • Marketing start/end date From 18/01/2023 to 21/01/2023
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Geographic area of ​​sale The rock on yon
  • Distributors SODIROCHE (The South Rock)

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Presence of Listeria monocytogenes
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Listeria monocytogenes (causative agent of listeriosis)

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France – 4 waffles – Microbiological Contamination

Posted on February 17, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Gov france

Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Cereals and baked goods
  • Product brand name Stephan Pastry
  • Model names or references723: Brussels waffles x 4,280 g in blister pack
  • Identification of products
    GTIN Lot Date
    3533950000617 03823A Date of minimum durability 07/02/2025
  • Packaging Brussels waffles x 4 – 280g in blister pack
  • Marketing start/end date From 02/11/2023 to 02/25/2023
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored at room temperature
  • Further information Break in the cold chain during transport
  • Geographic area of ​​sale Regions: Hauts-de-France
  • Distributors Carrefour – Montsoult logistics warehouse
  • List of points of sale Traceability_Frozen_waffle_Carrefour.pdf

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Break in the cold chain during transport
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Other biological contaminants
    Organoleptic changes
  • Additional description of the risk Bacteriological risk due to the breaking of the cold chain – yeasts, moulds

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France – PÂTÉ SOLD IN THE DELICATESSEN DEPARTMENT – TRADITIONAL CATERER AT THE CARREFOUR SAINT POL SUR MER STORE BETWEEN 21/01/2023 and 28/01/2023 – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on February 17, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Gov france

Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Others
  • Product brand name unbranded
  • Model names or references PÂTÉ SOLD IN THE DELICATESSEN DEPARTMENT – TRADITIONAL CATERER AT THE CARREFOUR SAINT POL SUR MER STORE BETWEEN 21/01/2023 and 28/01/2023
  • Identification of products
    GTIN Lot
    1111111111116 SOLD BETWEEN 21/01/2023 and 28/01/2023
  • Packaging sold by the cut
  • Marketing start/end date From 01/21/2023 to 01/28/2023
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Further information PÂTÉ SOLD IN THE DELICATESSEN DEPARTMENT – TRADITIONAL CATERER AT THE CARREFOUR SAINT POL SUR MER STORE BETWEEN 21/01/2023 and 28/01/2023
  • Geographic area of ​​sale ONLY HYPER CARREFOUR SAINT POL SUR MER
  • Distributors ONLY HYPER CARREFOUR SAINT POL SUR MER

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall listeria monocytogenes
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Listeria monocytogenes (causative agent of listeriosis)

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