Category Archives: Food Hygiene

Canada – Warning not to consume ham dried tomatoes and basil sold by the company Meats Charlevoix – Listeria monocytogenes

MAPAQ

The MAPAQ, in collaboration with the Charcuterie Charlevoisienne company , located at 131, rue Saint-Édouard, in Saint-Urbain, is warning the population not to consume the product indicated in the table below, as this food is likely contain the bacteria Listeria monocytogenes.
Product name Format Targeted lot
“HAM, DRIED TOMATOES AND BASIL” 175 g Units sold bearing the expiration date (“best before”) of 

05NO20 
(November 5, 2020)
The product that is the subject of this alert was available for sale at several locations across the province. It was packaged in clear plastic wrap with a black underside and was sold refrigerated. The label includes, in addition to the proper name of the product, the words “CHARCUTERIE CHARLEVOISIENNE”.
The operator is voluntarily recalling the product in question. He agreed with MAPAQ to disseminate this notice as a precautionary measure. It should be noted that no case of illness associated with the consumption of this food has been reported to MAPAQ to date. 
People who have this product in their possession are therefore advised not to consume it. They must either return it to the establishment where they bought it or throw it away.

USA – Listeria outbreak linked to deli meat sickens 10, kills one

Outbreak News Today

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. Department of Agriculture and health officials from several states report investigating  a multistate outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections linked to deli meats.

10 people were infected with the outbreak strain of Listeria monocytogenes from 3 states (New York (2), Massachusetts (7) and Florida (1).

All 10 people were hospitalized. One death has been reported from Florida.

In interviews with 9 ill people, all reported eating Italian-style meats, such as salami, mortadella, and prosciutto. They reported purchasing prepackaged deli meats and meats sliced at deli counters at various locations.

A specific type of deli meat and common supplier have not yet been identified.

UK – Soho Florids UK recalls Potter’s Herbals Malt Extract with Cod Liver Oil because of possible presence of mould

FSA

Soho Florids UK Ltd is recalling Potter’s Herbals Malt extract with Cod Liver Oil as it may contain mould. The product has been sold in various retailers across the UK.

Product details

Potter’s Herbals Malt Extract with Cod Liver Oil
Pack size 650g
Batch code 3M01134, 3M01136, 3M01137
Best before 31 January 2023

Risk statement

This product may contain mould, which makes it unsafe to consume.

Action taken by the company

Soho Florids UK Ltd is recalling the above product. 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 the above product do not consume it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a refund or replacement.

Italy – ARTYSAN – FUET 175 G – SALAMINO FUET EXTRA – Salmonella

Salute

Brand : ARTYSAN

Name : SALAMINO FUET EXTRA

Reason for reporting : Recall due to microbiological risk

Publication date : 23 October 2020

Documentation

Documentation

Salute

Brand : ARTYSAN

Name : FUET 175 G

Reason for reporting : Recall due to microbiological risk

Publication date : 23 October 2020

Documentation

Documentation

UK – Sainsbury’s recalls by Sainsbury’s Cooked Mussels because of contamination with Salmonella

FSA

Sainsbury’s is recalling frozen by Sainsbury’s Cooked Mussels because Salmonella has been found in some of the products in this batch.

Product details

by Sainsbury’s Cooked Mussels (frozen)
Pack size 300g
Batch code 2653152
Best before 08 September 2021

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

Sainsbury’s is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all 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.

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.

France – Product recall: Spanish Fuet from Supplier EMBUTIDOS SOLA SA – Salmonella

Oulah

Product recall: Spanish Fuet from Supplier EMBUTIDOS SOLA SA

ENCOUNTERED PROBLEM

Demonstration of Salmonella

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.

Foodborne illness caused by salmonella results in gastrointestinal disturbances, diarrhea, vomiting and abdominal pain, often accompanied by fever; these symptoms may be more severe in young children, immunocompromised individuals and the elderly. The incubation period can range from 6 to 72 hours.
People who have consumed the products mentioned below and who have these symptoms are invited to consult their doctor, notifying him of this consumption.

FURTHER INFORMATION

▸ Approval numbers
• ES 10.12147 / B CE
• ES 10.01924 / B CE

▸ Trademark
all

▸ Presentation of
any type of product

▸ DDM
all

▸ Lot
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▸ Consumer service contact
For any additional information, you can contact the EMBUTIDOS SOLA consumer service by dialing number: 0034 620 28 81 76 – Non-surcharged call from Monday to Saturday from 8:30 am to 7 pm.

▸ Source
https://www.auchan.fr/

New Zealand – Rosa Foods, Rosie’s Kitchen, Real Good Food, and The Craft Meat Company brand products – Listeria monocytogenes

MPI

23 October 2020: Rosa Foods Ltd is recalling specific batches of Rosa Foods, Rosies Kitchen, Real Good Food and The Craft Meat Company brand products due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes.

Product type Chilled meals
Name of product (size) Packaged meals

  • Rosa Foods Clear Pack Beef Lasagne (275g)
  • Rosa Foods Clear Pack Pumpkin and feta (275g)
  • Rosie’s Kitchen Italian Lasagne (350g)
  • Real Good Food Beef Lasagne (350g)
  • Rosie’s Kitchen Pumpkin and Feta Lasagne (350g)
  • Real Good Food Pumpkin and Feta (350g)
  • Rosa Foods Clear Pack Roast Vegetable Frittata (275g)
  • Craft Meat Company Plant Based Lasagne (350g)

Products sold at the delicatessen counter

  • Rosa Foods Deli Beef Lasagne
  • Rosa Foods Deli Pumpkin and Feta Lasagne
  • Rosa Foods Roast Vegetable Frittata
Batch marking For Rosa Foods Roast Vegetable Frittata and Rosa Foods Clear Pack Roast Vegetable Frittata best before dates up to and including 03.11.20.

For Craft Meat Company 350g Plant Based Lasagne with best before dates up to and including 09.11.20.

For other products listed in this notice: best before dates up to and including 07.11.20

Package size and description Products are sold as retail ready packs (350g) or upon request from supermarket delicatessens.
Distribution The products are sold at the following supermarkets throughout New Zealand.

  • PAK’n Save
  • New World
  • Four Square
  • Countdown
  • Fresh Choice
Notes This recall does not affect any other Rosa Foods, Rosie’s Kitchen, Real Good Food or The Craft Meat Company brand products.

Consumer advice

Customers are asked to check the best before date printed on the packaged products.

Affected products should not be consumed unless the product is cooked thoroughly (piping hot all the way through). There have been no reports of illness, however, if you have consumed any of these products and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.

Customers should return the products to their retailer for a full refund or cook thoroughly (piping hot all the way through).

More information on Listeria

Who to contact

If you have questions, contact Rosa Foods Ltd

  • Phone: 04 237 4218
  • Address: 65 Kenepuru Drive, Kenepuru, Porirua

Luxembourg – PLAIN CATALAN FUET, GARLIC, FINE HERBS, ONIONS, WHITE PEPPER, BLACK PEPPER, RED PEPPER AND ROSEMARY FROM THE SOLA BRAND – PRESENCE OF SALMONELLA

SAP

The Luxembourg food safety authorities are recalling the following products:

Last name EAN Health stamp Lot DLC
FUET CATALAN 150 GR 8420941003106 ES 10.12147 / B CE

ES 10.01924 / B CE

All

lots

All the

DLC

FUET CATALAN 150 GR

HERBS

8420941219019
FUET CATALAN 150 GR

BLACK PEPPER

8420941219026
FUET CATALAN 150 GR

RED PEPPER

8420941219033
FUET CATALAN 150 GR

WHITE PEPPER

8420941219040
FUET CATALAN 150 GR

GARLIC

8420941219057
FUET CATALAN 150 GR

ONIONS

8420941219064
FUET CATALAN 150 GR

ROSEMARY

8420941219071

Danger  : Presence of Salmonella

Salmonella can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, fever and headache within 6 to 72 hours after consumption. These symptoms may be aggravated in young children, immunocompromised individuals and the elderly. People who have consumed these products and who present these symptoms are advised to consult a doctor, notifying him of this consumption.

Sale in Luxembourg by: Auchan

A sale by other operators cannot be excluded.

Source of information: Auchan recall notification

Communicated by: Government Commission for Quality, Fraud and Food Safety .

Germany – Marquart GmbH – Gravlax, 100 g – microbacteriological deviation

LMW

Warning type: Food
Date of first publication: 10/22/2020
Product name: Gravlax, 100 g
Manufacturer (distributor): Manufacturer Marquart GmbH
Reason for warning: As part of a self-check, a microbacteriological deviation was found in the product Gravlax, 100 g, from Marquart GmbH.
Packaging Unit: 100 g
Durability:

October 27, 2020

Lot identification: 7527
Additional Information: Reference is made to the company’s customer notice attached.
Contact to the responsible authorities: 
Baden-Württemberg: poststelle@mlr.bwl.de
Hesse:

Schnellwarnung@rpda.hessen.de

North Rhine-Westphalia: poststelle@mulnv.nrw.de
Press releases and information
title Attachment or web link
Customer notice

RASFF Alerts – Aflatoxin – Groundnuts – Shelled Pistachios – Brown Basmati Rice – Dried Figs – Almonds

European Food Alerts

RASFF

aflatoxins (B1 = 13.3; Tot. = 15.1 µg/kg – ppb) in groundnuts from China in Italy

RASFF

aflatoxins (B1 = 27.5; Tot. = 31.4 µg/kg – ppb) in shelled pistachios from Iran, dispatched from Turkey in Italy

RASFF

aflatoxins (B1 = 14.3; Tot. = 15.4 µg/kg – ppb) in brown basmati rice from Pakistan, via the Netherlands in Germany

RASFF

aflatoxins (Tot. = 15.87 µg/kg – ppb) in dried figs from Turkey in Germany

RASFF

aflatoxins (B1 = 54; Tot. = 60 µg/kg – ppb) in almonds from the United States in the Netherlands