ochratoxin A (2.9; 3.7 µg/kg – ppb) in crispbreads from Sweden in Sweden
ochratoxin A (23.5 µg/kg – ppb) in dried seeded raisins from Turkey in Bulgaria
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RASFF Alerts – Ochratoxin A – Crispbreads – Dried Seeded Raisins
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Singapore – Holland Close stall Kin Hoi suspended following gastroenteritis outbreak
SINGAPORE: Kin Hoi has been directed to suspend its food business operations with effect from Tuesday (Apr 20) until further notice after 15 cases of gastroenteritis were linked with the stall, the Ministry of Health (MOH) and the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) said on Wednesday.
Fifteen people reported gastroenteritis symptoms between Mar 28 and Apr 15 after consuming food prepared by Kin Hoi, and MOH and SFA were notified of the most recent case on Apr 19.
One person was hospitalised, but has since been discharged. MOH and SFA are investigating the incident.
Kin Hoi’s stall is located at 6 Holland Close and it also offers food delivery. The eatery, which is registered under the name Meetup @ 352, specialises in Thai-style seafood items such as cockles and grilled prawns.
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USA – Nationwide recall of Guan’s Enoki Mushrooms because of potential Listeria
Guan’s Mushroom Co. of Commerce, CA, is recalling all cases of its 200g/7.05-ounce packages of Enoki Mushroom because of potential contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes
The recalled products were distributed to retail stores nationwide from California, New York and Pennsylvania through produce distributors or wholesalers.
The recall was initiated after routine testing by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in a 200g package of Enoki.
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Netherlands – Safety warning various meat products Dirk and DekaMarkt – Listeria monocytogenes
As a precaution, DekaMarkt and Dirk are immediately removing several meat products from the shelves. After checking in our own central butcher, it appeared that listeria was found on one of the raw materials received. This raw material is further processed in several meat products. DekaMarkt and Dirk are immediately removing the products below from the shelves. Dirk and DekaMarkt ask their customers not to consume these meat products and to return them to one of their stores.
| Product name | Barcode (first 7 digits) | Expiration date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 the Best Grill burger 3X | 2390646 | 22-4-2021 |
| 1 the Best Lean Beef Hamburger 2X |
2337227 | 22-4-2021 and 23-04-2021 |
| 1 the Best Beef Burger 3X |
2337259 | 24-4-2021 and 25-04-2021 |
| ACTION 1 the Best Beef Burger 4X |
2390761 | 24-4-2021 and 25-04-2021 |
| 1 the Best Beef Burger 6X |
2337348 | 24-4-2021 and 25-04-2021 |
| 1 the Best Beef Hamburger BBQ Style 4X |
2390663 | 24-4-2021 |
| Product name | Barcode (first 7 digits) | Expiration date |
|---|---|---|
| DekaVers Bavette 600 grams | 2371928 | 24-4-2021 |
| DekaVers Entrecote Vacuum 500-700 GRAM |
2390719 | 24-4-2021 |
| DekaVers Grill burger 3X | 2390664 | 22-4-2021 |
| DekaVers Lean Beef Hamburger 2X |
2337258 | 22-4-2021 and 23-04-2021 |
| DekaVers Picanha 600-900 grams | 2371919 | 24-4-2021 |
| DekaVers Beef Burger 3X | 2336518 | 24-4-2021 and 25-04-2021 |
| DekaVers Beef Burger 6X | 2337066 | 24-4-2021 and 25-04-2021 |
8 branches of DekaMarkt * have their own butcher shop in their shop. These butchers have also processed the affected raw material into products themselves. For the products that this may affect, see Dekamarkt.nl . Note: this only concerns products sold between 04-14-2021 and 04-19-2021.
* Only the branches: Spoorsingel 73 Beverwijk, Binnenweg 16-18 Heemstede, Zeewijkplein 1 IJmuiden, Blekersveld 25 Santpoort-Zuid, Vlijtseweg 186 Apeldoorn, Stationsstraat 44 Doetinchem, Irish Pond 2 Amersfoort, Plein 13 103 Wormerveer.
Consumption of the products mentioned can be a health hazard. Especially in pregnant women, young children, the elderly and people with a weakened immune system. People who have questions about their health are advised to contact their doctor.
Customers who have purchased a product can return it to the store. They get their money back. A purchase receipt is not necessary.
For more information, customers can contact the customer service
of DekaMarkt (via 088-3135555 or via DekaMarkt.nl ) or Dirk (via 088-3134444 or via Dirk.nl ).
Belgium – Update – “mini Mont d’Or” raw milk cheese (cow) from the Mont de Joux brand – Listeria monocytogenes
04/21/2021 (update of the product recall of 03/26/2021)
Communication from the AFSCA
Product: “mini Mont d’Or” raw milk cheese (cow) from the Mont de Joux brand.
Problem: Presence of Listeria Monocytogenes.
Today, the AFSCA is recalling consumers of the Mont de Joux brand “mini Mont d’Or” cheese.
This recall follows a notification via the RASFF system (European Food and Feed Rapid Alert System) concerning the presence of Listeria Monocytogenes.
It was therefore decided to withdraw this product from sale and to recall it to consumers.
Product Description :
Product name: mini Mont D’or
Brand: Mont de Joux
Batch number: 3053 Best before
dates (BBD): all dates are concerned
Weight: 460g
The product was sold via:
La fromagerie Saint-Octave
• Rue Haute 254 , 1000 Brussels
• Chaussée d’Alsemberg 54/1, 1060 Saint-Gilles
• Chaussée de Waterloo 1241/1, 1180 Uccle
The Fromagerie “Happiness is in the Meadow”: Rue Saint-Paul, 30, 4000 Liège
For any further information , you can contact the AFSCA contact point for consumers: 0800 / 13.550 or pointdecontact@afsca.be .
France – Product recall: Chabichou du Poitou without brand – Listeria monocytogenes
ENCOUNTERED PROBLEM
Presence of Listeria monocytogenes
PROPOSED SOLUTION
People who may have this product are asked not to consume it and to return it to the point of sale where it was purchased.
People who have consumed this product and who have a fever, isolated or accompanied by headaches, are invited to consult their doctor, notifying him 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
• 3483130000183
• 3483130003429
▸ Lot
• 2114521
• 2114522
▸ DDM
05/15/2021
▸ Start / end date of marketing
From 04/06/2021 to 04/19/2021
▸ Health mark
FR44087045CE
▸ Distributors
Beillevaire points of sale – Market Hour signs – dairy
▸ Geographical sales area
CHARENTE-MARITIME (17), COTES-D’ARMOR (22), FINISTERE (29), GIRONDE (33), ILLE-ET-VILAINE (35), INDRE-ET-LOIRE (37), LOIRE -ATLANTIQUE (44), MAINE-ET-LOIRE (49), MORBIHAN (56), ORNE (61), PARIS (75), YVELINES (78), DEUX-SEVRES (79), VENDEE (85), VAL-DE -MARNE (94), VAL-D’OISE (95)
▸ Consumer service contact
0240023398
▸ Source
https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr/
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Sweden – Axfood recalls Eldorado Wafers Chocolate 415g -Salmonella
Axfood is recalling Eldorado Wafers Chocolate 415 grams, after it was found that a batch of the product contains salmonella. The recall applies to Eldorado wafers chocolate 415 g with best before date 2021-09-15 and batch number 350.3 E400: 56. The recalled product has been sold in most of Axfood’s stores and is now stopped.
Australia – Naturally Good Super Paleo Breakfast Biscuits 150g – increase in moisture which may lead to microbial growth
Naturally Good Super Paleo Breakfast Biscuits 150g
Date published: 22 April 2021
Product information
Naturally Good Products Pty Ltd is conducting a recall of Naturally Good Super Paleo Breakfast Biscuits. The affected flavours are Lemon Chia, Maple Hemp and Vanilla Flax. The products have been available for sale at independent food retailers including IGA & health food stores in NSW, ACT, Qld, Vic, Tas, NT and SA.
Date markings
All best before dates from 26-08-2021 up to and including 15-03-2022
Problem
The recall is due to potential for an increase in moisture which may lead to microbial growth.
Food safety hazard
Food products may cause illness if consumed.
Country of origin
Australia
What to do
Consumers should not eat this product and should return the products to the place of purchase for a full refund.
For further information please contact:
Naturally Good Products Pty Ltd
(03) 9460 8050
http://www.naturallygoodproducts.com.au
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USA – At Least 16 Customers Are Sick After Eating At This Popular Sandwich Chain
A new case of suspected food poisoning at a major fast-food chain is being investigated in Illinois. According to the latest reports, several customers have fallen ill after eating at a Jimmy John’s location in Bloomington.
Food Safety News reports that there have been at least 16 cases of illness, 15 of which were student athletes from Illinois State University’s lacrosse team. According to iwaspoisoned.com, a website used for reporting cases of food poisoning, several of them required hospital treatment for fluid replacement because of severe vomiting and diarrhea.
France – Product recall: Carrefour brand basmati rice – Aflatoxin B1
ENCOUNTERED PROBLEM
Presence of aflatoxins B1
PROPOSED SOLUTION
Do not consume and return to the point of sale for reimbursement.
Aflatoxins are mycotoxins that can be present in different products such as grains, coffee, rice, raisins and dried fruits. Only a large quantity of contaminated products can lead to health problems.
People with hepatitis are sensitive to aflatoxins.
FURTHER INFORMATION
▸ Barcode
3560070837984
▸ Lot
L HH: MM 02/05/2023
▸ DLC
02/05/2023
▸ Packaging
1kg bag
▸ Consumer service contact
For any further information, you can contact the Carrefour consumer service by dialing N ° Cristal 09 69 39 7000 – non-surcharged call from Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 7 pm.
▸ Source
https://www.carrefour.fr/
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