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RASFF Alerts – Salmonella – Polish Chicken Products – Black Pepper – Chicken Meat

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Salmonella Oranienburg, Salmonella Matadi and Salmonella Saintpaul in black pepper from Brazil in Germany

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Salmonella Saintpaul in black pepper from Brazil in Germany and Netherlands

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Salmonella Poona, Salmonella Javiana and Salmonella Saintpaul in black pepper from Brazil in Germany and Netherlands

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Salmonella Newport, Salmonella Javiana and Salmonella Denver in black pepper from Brazil in Germany

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Salmonella Sandiego and Salmonella Miami in black pepper from Brazil in Germany and Netherlands

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Salmonella Javiana and Salmonella Saintpaul in black pepper from Brazil in Germany

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Salmonella Matadi, Salmonella Rubislaw, Salmonella Saintpaul and Salmonella Poona in black pepper from Brazil in Germany

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Salmonella Glostrup, Salmonella Oranienburg, Salmonella Gaminara and Salmonella Minnesota in black pepper from Brazil in Germany

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Salmonella Infantis, Salmonella Saintpaul and Salmonella Newport in black pepper from Brazil in Germany

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Skinless chicken breast contaminated with Salmonella Enteritidis from Poland in the Netherlands

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Salmonella Morehead, S. Javiana, S. Braenderup, S. Saintpaul, S. Kiambu and S. Minnesota in black pepper from Brazil in Germany

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Salmonella Morehead and Salmonella Rubislaw in black pepper from Brazil in Germany

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Salmonella en pimienta negra de Brasil/ Salmonella in black pepper from Brazil in Spain

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Salmonella Enteritidis in fresh poultry meat from Poland in Italy

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Salmonella (present /25g) in black pepper from Brazil in the Netherlands

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Salmonella en pimienta negra en Brasil/ Salmonella in black pepper from Brazil in Spain

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Salmonella in chicken meat from Brazil in the Netherlands and Switzerland

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Skinless chicken breast contaminated with Salmonella Enteritidis from Poland in the Netherlands

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RASFF Alerts – Aflatoxins – Basmati Rice – Hazelnuts – Dried Figs – Millet Couscous – Peanuts – Groundnuts – Rice

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Aflatoxin B1 in basmati rice of unknown origin, via the Netherlands in Germany

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Aflatoxins in hazelnuts from Azerbaijan, via Slovakia in Germany and Slovakia

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Aflatoxins in dried figs from Turkey in Sweden

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Aflatoxin in Millet Couscous from Senegal in Belgium, France , Germany, Netherlands and Spain

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Aflatoxins in peanuts from Argentina in Poland and Spain

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Aflatoxins (B1 = 170; Tot. = 240 / B1 = 140; Tot. = 180 µg/kg – ppb) in organic groundnut kernels from Bolivia in the Netherlands and Spain

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Aflatoxins in rice from Sri Lanka in Switzerland

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Aflatoxin in hazelnut kernel from Georgia in Bulgaria

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Alto contenuto di aflatossine in fichi secchi dalla Turchia//High aflatoxin content in dried figs from Turkey in Italy

 

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Czech Republic -KLATOV TOURIST SALAMI Mold/Mould

Posted on December 16, 2021 by | Leave a comment

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Place of inspection:
Krabcice ( Rovne 36, 411 87 Krabcice )
ID: 05605822
Food group: Meat and meat products / Durable meat products

KLATOV TOURIST SALAM
Category: Dangerous food
Unsatisfactory parameter:

mold visible to the eye

Mold visible to the naked eye was found on the surface of the food. Food is not considered safe if it shows signs of spoilage.

During the inspection, unsatisfactory storage temperatures of this product were not found. The product has not expired. The sample was taken from the opened package.

Expiration date: 11/18/2021
Producer: MASO WEST sro, Za Mototechnou 1619, 150 00 Prague 5
Country of origin:  Czechia
Sampling date: Oct 22, 2021
Reference number: 21-000561-CAFIA-CZ
The sample was found by an official inspection of the State Agricultural and Food Inspection Authority.

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France – HAM WITH BONE – Listeria monocytogenes

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Gov france

Identifying information for the recalled product

  • Product category Food
  • Product sub-category Meats
  • Product brand name E.LECLERC OUTREAU
  • Names of models or references HAM A L’OS vacuum-packed and sold in the traditional department
  • Product identification
    GTIN Lot Dated
    0208823000000 All lots Use-by date between 12/05/2021 and 12/18/2021
  • Packaging vacuum-packed or sold in the traditional department
  • Start date / End of marketing From 11/27/2021 to 12/09/2021
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Further information Ham on the bone sliced ​​or sold in the traditional department / DLC between 05/12/21 to 18/12/21
  • Geographical sales area OUTREAU
  • Distributors E.LECLERC OUTREAU

Practical information regarding the recall

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

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USA – FSIS Retail Listeria monocytogenes (Lm) Pilot Project Update

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In January 2016, FSIS launched a multi-year nationwide pilot project to assess whether retail delicatessens are using the recommendations in the Retail Lm Guidance. FSIS tracked progress for this pilot project in the fiscal year (FY) 2021 FSIS Annual Plan and the FY 2017-2021 FSIS Strategic Plan.

As of September 30, 2021, FSIS discontinued its retail Lm surveillance because data analysis has shown that retailers have consistently followed a high percentage of the recommendations. Moving forward, FSIS will continue steps to educate the industry on its Retail Lm Guidance and associated best practices. FSIS intends to broaden its reach by partnering with retail trade associations and state regulatory authorities to assist in the distribution of educational materials for this initiative.

Since the pilot project was launched, FSIS investigators completed a total of 7,114 questionnaires in retail delis to determine the adoption rate of the recommendations. In the fourth quarter of FY 2021, FSIS reviewed 155 questionnaires completed by investigators in retail delis. The agency exceeded its target with the retailers following 93% of the 33 recommendations over the previous 12 months (target 92%).

Additionally, under its strategic and annual plans, FSIS is tracking whether the retail delis assessed are following the top eight recommendations from the FSIS Retail Lm Guidance, which are listed on pages 1-2 of the FSIS Directive 10.310.1- Pilot Project: Control of Listeria monocytogenes in Retail Delicatessens.

In the fourth quarter of FY 2021, FSIS reviewed 151 questionnaires conducted by investigators in which all eight recommendations could be assessed. The agency exceeded its annual target with 75% retailers following all eight of the most important guidelines (target 64%). These results are similar to those of last fiscal year and quarter, with FSIS meeting or exceeding its targets for both measures.

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New Zealand – Shellfish Biotoxin Alert – Diarrhetic Shellfish Poisoning (DSP)

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Akaroa, Canterbury

Marlborough Sounds
Reason for alert Diarrhetic Shellfish Poisoning (DSP)

Check the symptoms of DSP
Date warning issued 15 December 2021

Media release: Public health warning about shellfish in Akaroa Harbour, Canterbury
Affected area The entire Akaroa Harbour, extending to the outer heads.
Shellfish affected Mussels, oysters, tuatua, pipi, toheroa, cockles, scallops, catseyes, kina (sea urchin) and all other bivalve shellfish.

Note, cooking shellfish does not remove the toxin.

Pāua, crab, and crayfish may still be eaten if the gut has been completely removed prior to cooking, as toxins accumulate in the gut. If the gut is not removed its contents could contaminate the meat during the cooking process.
Symptoms Symptoms typically appear within half an hour of ingestion and last for about 24 hours and may include:

  • diarrhoea
  • vomiting
  • nausea
  • abdominal cramps
Other information Diarrhetic Shellfish Toxins have been detected in shellfish at levels above the safe limit of 0.16mg/kg set by MPI. Ongoing testing will continue and any changes will be communicated accordingly.

Map of the affected area in Akaroa Harbour in Canterbury.

Public warnings about toxic shellfish

We test shellfish and seawater for toxic algae every week from popular shellfish gathering areas around New Zealand. If the shellfish are not safe to eat, we issue public health warnings and put up signs at affected beaches.

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Ireland – Recall of a Batch of Marcel Urechi Snacks due to the Presence of Listeria monocytogenes

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FSAI

Tuesday, 14 December 2021

Summary
Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2021.104
Product: Marcel Urechi Snacks; pack size: 200g
Batch Code: Lot no.: 076181121; Best before date: 02.01.2022
Country Of Origin: Romania

Message:

The above batch of Marcel Urechi Snacks is being recalled due to the presence 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 mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.  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, recall the affected batch and provide a point-of-sale recall notice to their retail customers.

Caterers should not use the implicated batch.

Consumers:

Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batch.

Marcel Urechi Snacks

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France – WHITE BOUDINS WITH FOIE GRAS – Clostridium perfringens

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Identifying information for the recalled product

  • Product category Food
  • Product sub-category Meats
  • Product brand name THE BRASERADES
  • Names of models or references WHITE BOUDINS WITH FOIE GRAS 3 * 125G WHITE BOUDINS WITH FOIE GRAS 7 * 125G
  • Product identification
    GTIN Lot Dated
    3387620061503 321340242 Use-by date 12/17/2021
    3387620061503 321340242 Use-by date 12/18/2021
    3387620061503 321340242 Use-by date 12/19/2021
    3387620061503 321340242 Use-by date 12/20/2021
    3387620061503 321340242 Use-by date 12/21/2021
    3387620061503 321340242 Use-by date 12/22/2021
    3387620061510 321340187 Use-by date 12/18/2021
    3387620061510 321340187 Use-by date 12/20/2021
    3387620061510 321340187 Use-by date 12/21/2021
    3387620061510 321340187 Use-by date 12/22/2021
  • Packaging MODIFIED UNDER ATMOSPHERE TRAY 3 * 125G MODIFIED UNIT UNIT 7 * 125G
  • Start date / End of marketing From 12/06/2021 to 12/10/2021
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Health mark FR 11.076.050 EC
  • Geographical sales area Whole France
  • Distributors Leclerc, Auchan, Carrefour, System U
  • List of points of salelist_of_clients_delivered_boudins_au_foie_gras.pdf

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Suspicion of bacteriological contamination by Clostridium perfringens
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Clostridium perfringens

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USA – Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp. Dba Margherita Meats Inc. Recalls Pepperoni Products Due To Possible Bacillus Cereus Contamination

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WASHINGTON, Dec. 14, 2021 – Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp., doing business as Margherita Meats, Inc., an Omaha, Neb. establishment, is recalling approximately 10,990 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) pepperoni products that may be adulterated with Bacillus cereus (B. cereus), the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

The RTE unsliced pepperoni product was produced and packaged on June 17, 2021.  The following products are subject to recall [view label]:

  • 8-oz. plastic shrink-wrapped packages containing unsliced pepperoni “Margherita PEPPERONI” with lot code P1931C and a “use by date” of 12-14-21 represented on the label.

The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 19” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to retail locations nationwide.

The problem was discovered when the Department of Defense notified FSIS that they found B. cereus during routine product testing.

B. cereus is a toxin-producing microorganism that causes diarrhea and vomiting in people. Those with compromised immune systems are at risk for more severe illness. Vigorous rehydration and other supportive care including antibiotics are the usual treatment.

There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.

FSIS is concerned that some product may be in consumers’ pantries or refrigerators. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.

FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls.

Media with questions regarding the recall can contact Jim Monroe, Corporate Affairs, Margherita Meats Corp., at (703) 559-1875. Consumers should call the Margherita Consumer Affairs Hotline at (844) 342-2596.

Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854) or live chat via Ask USDA from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday. Consumers can also browse food safety messages at Ask USDA or send a question via email to MPHotline@usda.gov. For consumers that need to report a problem with a meat, poultry, or egg product, the online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at https://foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF/.

Click to access 047-2021-labels.pdf

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Germany – Ökoland tea sausage – Listeria monocytogenes

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LMW

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Warning type: Food
Date of first publication: 12/14/2021
Product name:

Ökoland tea sausage

Ökoland GmbH North
Manufacturer (distributor):

Ökoland GmbH North Georgstr. 3-5 31515 Wunstorf

Reason for warning:

Qualitative detection of Listeria monocytogenes

Packaging Unit: 100 g
Durability: Best before 21.01.2022
Lot marking: Lot 30132
Further information:

Listeria usually manifests itself within 14 days of infection with diarrhea and
fever. Pregnant women, the elderly and people with a weakened immune system
, in particular, can develop more severe disease with blood poisoning and meningitis. In
pregnant women, the unborn child can be harmed, even without symptoms.
People who have eaten this food and
develop severe or persistent symptoms should seek medical attention and advise them of possible Listeria infection.
Pregnant women who have eaten this food should
seek medical treatment and seek advice even without symptoms . This does not
make sense for other people with no symptoms .

Homepage of the manufacturer:

https://www.oekoland.de

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