FSAI
Monday, 23 August 2021
| Summary |
| Category 2: |
For Information |
| Alert Notification: |
2021.66 |
| Product: |
Mr. Porky Original Scratchings; pack size: 5 x 16.5g |
| Batch Code: |
All dates up to and including 19 February 2022 |
| Country Of Origin: |
United Kingdom |
Message:
Mr. Porky is recalling the above batches of its Original Scratchings due to the possible presence of salmonella. Point-of-sale recall notices will be displayed in Iceland stores supplied with the implicated batches.
Nature Of Danger:
People infected with Salmonella typically develop symptoms between 12 and 36 hours after infection, but this can range between 6 and 72 hours. The most common symptom is diarrhoea, which can sometimes be bloody. Other symptoms may include fever, headache and abdominal cramps. The illness usually lasts 4 to 7 days. Diarrhoea can occasionally be severe enough to require hospital admission. The elderly, infants, and those with impaired immune systems are more likely to have a severe illness.
Action Required:
Consumers:
Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches.
