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Canada – Updated Food Recall Warning – Al-Rabih brand Halva / Halawa and Tahini recalled due to Salmonella

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Recall details

Ottawa, July 27, 2021 – The food recall warning issued on July 23, 2021 has been updated to include additional product information. This additional information was identified during the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) food safety investigation.

Phoenicia Group Inc. is recalling Al-Rabih brand Halva / Halawa and Tahini from the marketplace due to possible Salmonella contamination. Consumers should not consume and distributors, retailers and food service establishments such as hotels, restaurants, cafeterias, hospitals and nursing homes should not sell or use the recalled products described below.

Recalled product

Brand Product Size UPC Codes
Al-Rabih Halva / Halawa – With chocolate 200 g 7 70338 10058 0 All lot codes
Al-Rabih Halva / Halawa – With chocolate 454 g 7 70338 10065 8 All lot codes
Al-Rabih Halva / Halawa – With chocolate 907 g 7 70338 10060 3 All lot codes
Al-Rabih Halva / Halawa – Plain light 454 g 7 70338 10064 1 All lot codes
Al-Rabih Halva / Halawa – With pistachios 200 g 0 62356 54452 2 All lot codes
Al-Rabih Halva / Halawa – With pistachios 454 g 7 70338 10057 3 All lot codes
Al-Rabih Halva / Halawa – With pistachios 907 g 7 70338 10056 6 All lot codes
Al-Rabih Halva / Halawa – With pistachios 2.5 kg 5 281003 552580 All lot codes
Al-Rabih Halva / Halawa – Plain / Traditional 200 g 0 62356 54451 5 All lot codes
Al-Rabih Halva / Halawa – Plain / Traditional 454 g 7 70338 10055 9 All lot codes
Al-Rabih Halva / Halawa – Plain / Traditional 907 g 7 70338 10054 2 All lot codes
Al-Rabih Halva / Halawa – Plain / Traditional 2.5 kg 5 281003 552085 All lot codes
Al-Rabih Tahini (100% Sesame) – Sesame Paste 200 g 0 62356 54450 8 All lot codes
Al-Rabih Tahini (100% Sesame) – Sesame Paste 454 g 7 70338 10053 5 All lot codes
Al-Rabih Tahini (100% Sesame) – Sesame Paste 907 g 7 70338 10052 8 All lot codes
Al-Rabih Tahini (100% Sesame) – Sesame Paste 4.54 kg 5 281003 551101 All lot codes
Al-Rabih Tahini (100% Sesame) – Sesame Paste 18 kg 5 281003 551187 All lot codes

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 CFIA test results. 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

There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of these products.

Related recalls

2021-07-23 – Al-Rabih brand Halva / Halawa and Tahini recalled due to Salmonella

2021-07-05 – Al-Rabih brand Halva / Halawa – with pistachios recalled due to Salmonella

2021-06-25 – Al-Rabih brand Halva / Halawa – Plain / Traditional recalled due to Salmonella

2021-06-23 – Al-Rabih brand Tahini recalled due to Salmonella

2021-06-14 – Al-Rabih brand Tahini recalled due to Salmonella

Product photos

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  • Al-Rabih-Halva – Chocolate – 454 grams (front)
  • Al-Rabih-Halva – Chocolate – 907 grams (front)
  • Al-Rabih-Halva – Pistachio – 2.5 kilograms (front and UPC)
  • Al-Rabih-Halva – Pistachio – 200 grams – (top and side)
  • Al-Rabih-Halva – Pistachio – 454 grams (front)
  • Al-Rabih-Halva – Pistachio – 907 grams (front)
  • Al-Rabih-Halva – Plain – 2.5 kilograms (front)
  • Al-Rabih-Halva – Plain – 200 grams (front)
  • Al-Rabih-Halva – Plain – 454 grams (front)
  • Al-Rabih-Halva – Plain – 907 grams (front)
  • Al-Rabih-Halva – Plain Light – 454 grams (front)
  • Al-Rabih-Tahini – 4.54 kilograms (front)
  • Al-Rabih-Tahini – 18 kilograms (front)
  • Al-Rabih – Tahini (100% Sesame) – Sesame Paste – 200 grams
  • Al-Rabih – Tahini (100% Sesame) – Sesame Paste – 454 grams
  • Al-Rabih – Tahini (100% Sesame) – Sesame Paste – 907 grams

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: information@inspection.gc.ca
Media relations
Telephone: 613-773-6600
Email: cfia.media.acia@inspection.gc.ca

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Canada – Updated Food Recall Warning – Cahills brand Porter Irish Cheddar recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes

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CFIA

Recall details

Ottawa, July 27, 2021 – The food recall warning issued on July 23, 2021 has been updated to include additional product information.

Whole Foods Market is recalling Cahills brand Porter Irish Cheddar from the marketplace due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Consumers should not consume the recalled product described below.

The following product has been sold from the following Whole Foods Market locations in Ontario:

  • 951 Bank Street, Ottawa
  • 87 Avenue Road, Toronto.

Recalled product

Brand Product Size UPC Codes
Cahills Porter Irish Cheddar Variable Starting with 0293579 Sold from June 23, 2021 to July 23, 2021, inclusive

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 product in your home. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the store 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.

Background

This recall was triggered by the company. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (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 product from the marketplace.

Illnesses

There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of this product.

Related recalls

2021-07-23 – Cahill’s brand Original Irish Porter Cheese recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes

Product photos

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  • Cahills – Porter Irish Cheddar (store-printed label)

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: information@inspection.gc.ca
Media relations
Telephone: 613-773-6600
Email: cfia.media.acia@inspection.gc.ca

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UK – Update 1 : Cahill’s Farm Cheese recalls several cheese products because of contamination with Listeria monocytogenes

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FSA

Cahill’s Farm Cheese is recalling a number of cheese products because Listeria monocytogenes has been found in the product. The product recall information notice, (PRIN) has been updated to include additional products and batches and replaces the original PRIN.

Product details

Cahill’s Original Irish Porter Cheddar
Product code CH1139, 490832, and CH1458
Pack size All pack types and sizes
Cahill’s Irish Whiskey Cheese
Product code CH1142 and CH1459
Pack size All pack types and sizes
Cahill’s Ardagh Wine Cheese
Product code CH1140 and CH1460
Pack size All pack types and sizes

Risk statement

The presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the product listed above.

Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea. However, in rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications, such as meningitis.

Some people are more vulnerable to listeria infections, including those over 65 years of age, pregnant women and their unborn babies, babies less than one month old and people with weakened immune systems.

Action taken by the company

Cahill’s Farm Cheese is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling these products. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.

Our advice to consumers

If you have bought any of the above products do not eat them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.

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Denmark – Listeria in Chicken-Turkey Meatballs

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DVFA

Normeat A / S is recalling a batch of Chicken-Turkey Meatballs, as a random check has found listeria at the end of its shelf life.

Recalled Foods , Published: July 27, 2021

Modified July 27, 2021

What food:
Chicken-Turkey Kødbøller
Net Contents: 700 grams
Production date: 06.10.2021
Best before date: 07.15.2021
EAN bar code: 5 707196 258691

Sold in:
Shops in Coop chain.

Company recalling:
Normeat A / S

Cause:
There is a risk that the product may contain listeria, as a random check has found listeria at the end of its shelf life. The product has expired on shelf life, but some consumers may have chosen to freeze the product.

Risk:
Infection with listeria bacteria, where the symptoms can include flu-like symptoms, fever and headaches and in rare cases gastrointestinal problems.

Advice for consumers:
The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration advises consumers to deliver the product back to the store where it was purchased or to discard it.

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Italy – CAHILL’S IRISH PORTER CHEDDAR – Listeria monocytogenes

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Brand : CAHILL FARM CHEESES LTD

Name : CAHILL’S IRISH PORTER CHEDDAR

Reason for reporting : Recall due to microbiological risk

Publication date : 27 July 2021

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France – Basmati rice sachet 1 Kg – Ochratoxin A

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Gov france

Identifying information for the recalled product

  • Product category Food
  • Product sub-category Cereals and baked goods
  • Product brand name GRAIN COUNTER
  • Names of models or references Basmati rice sachet 1 Kg
  • Product identification
    GTIN Lot Dated
    3564700024164 06-12-22 Date of minimum durability 12/06/2022
  • Packaging1 Kg bag
  • Start date / End of marketing From 12/18/2020 to 07/27/2021
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored at room temperature
  • Further information Only products with the code (addon) 06 following the bar code and bearing the indicated lot number are affected by the recall.
  • Geographical sales area Whole France
  • Distributors E.LECLERC

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Presence of Ochratoxin A beyond regulatory limits
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Other chemical contaminants
  • Additional description of the risk Mycotoxins are substances produced by microscopic fungi. These substances can present a health risk in the event of heavy and repeated consumption over the long term.
  • Consumer behavior Stop consuming
    Return the product to the point of sale
    Contact the consumer service
  • Contact number0800 865 286
  • Compensation modalities Repayment
  • End date of the recall procedure Monday, September 27, 2021

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France – Gourmet Mix (artisanal apple purée) – Patulin

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Identifying information for the recalled product

  • Product category Food
  • Product sub-category Fruits and vegetables
  • Product brand name Carrefour Quality Line
  • Names of models or references Gourmet Mix (artisanal apple purée) Carrefour Quality Line 350g glass jar
  • Product identification
    GTIN Lot Dated
    3523680408777 All lots Date of minimum durability 02/17/2022
  • Packaging350g glass jar
  • Start date / End of marketing From 03/12/2021 to 07/26/2021
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored at room temperature
  • Further information Supplier name and address: Elabor SAS, ZA de la Belle croix 2, 72510 Requeil
  • Geographical sales areaWhole France
  • Distributors crossroads

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Suspicion of the presence of patulin
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Other biological contaminants
  • Consumer behavior Stop consuming
    Return the product to the point of sale
    Contact the consumer service
    Destroy the product
  • Contact number0969397000
  • Compensation modalities Repayment
  • End date of the recall procedure Friday, August 27, 2021
  • Additional public information For any additional information, you can contact the Carrefour consumer service by dialing the following number 09 69 39 7000 from Monday to Saturday between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. (non-surcharged call from a landline).

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Israel – Sliced French dried sausage – Listeria monocytogenes.

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Delicatessen Artisanal Ltd. recalls Sliced French dried sausage (Expiration dates 03.10.21 to 09.10.21, inclusive) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

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Cyprus – Food poisoning for National Guard new recruits

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InCyprus

Approximately 30 new recruits of the National Guard in Larnaca have suffered food poisoning.

According to the Defense Ministry spokesman Christos Pieri, the new recruits had dinner on Saturday and immediately afterward they started feeling bad. The Ministry immediately contacted the catering company.

The company found out that the problem was with the sauce of the meat.

As noted, it is the first time in the last three years that the National Guard has been cooperating with the said company that such a problem arose.

The health condition of all soldiers is now good, Pieris said.

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USA – Voluntary Recall Notice of McCormick Italian Seasoning products and Frank’s RedHot Buffalo Ranch Seasoning due to Possible Salmonella Risk

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HUNT VALLEY, Md., July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — McCormick & Company, Inc. is initiating a voluntary recall of McCormick Perfect Pinch Italian Seasoning, McCormick Culinary Italian Seasoning and Frank’s RedHot Buffalo Ranch Seasoning due to possible contamination with Salmonella.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

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