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Sweden and Denmark – Salmonella sickens up to 50 in Denmark and Sweden; food source suspected

Posted on May 19, 2021 by | Leave a comment

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Danish authorities are investigating Salmonella Braenderup infections that are related to an outbreak in Sweden. In Denmark, 24 people have fallen sick since late March while in Sweden, there are 22 confirmed patients since mid-April.

An international outbreak investigation is ongoing and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) is helping with cross-border coordination.

Between March 26 and April 26, 24 cases of Salmonella Braenderup have been reported to the Statens Serum Institut in Denmark. Those affected live all over the country with 17 women and seven men aged 1 to 90 years old sick. The median age is 67 years of age.

Work is underway to clarify the cause of the outbreak and identify the source of infection, which is suspected to be a widely distributed food.

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USA – Faribault Foods, Inc. Announces Extension of Voluntary Recall of a Limited Quantity of S&W Brand Organic Black Beans, and O Organic Brand Black Beans and O Organic Brand Chili Beans Due to Compromised Hermetic Seal – Clostridium

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Faribault Foods, Inc. is voluntarily recalling 15 ounce cans of S&W Organic Black Beans, 15 ounce cans of O Organic Brand Black Beans and 15 ounce cans of O Organic Brand Chili Beans because the cans may have a compromised hermetic seal. The compromised hermetic seal may affect can integrity and may cause the cans to leak, bloat or allow bacteria to grow inside the product which could lead to serious illness. Clostridium botulinum poisoning in humans can begin from six hours to two weeks after eating food that contains the toxin. Symptoms may include double vision, blurred vision, drooping eyelids, slurred speech, difficulty swallowing, and muscle weakness. Botulism poisoning can cause paralysis of the breathing muscles, which can result in death unless assistance with breathing (mechanical ventilation) is provided.

The recalled products were distributed to the States of CA, WA, UT, OR, AZ, CO, AK, HI, TX, GA, and ID in retail stores.

This event only affects the lot codes listed below: The lot codes are printed on the bottom of the can.

Product Lot Number Distribution Dates
S&W Organic Black Beans, 15 oz. Best By JUL 19 2022
1329A 202 20		 August 2020-October 2020
S&W Organic Black Beans, 15 oz. Best By JUL 20 2022
1329A 203 20		 September 2020-March 2021
S&W Organic Black Beans, 15 oz. Best By JUL 23 2022
1329A 205 20		 August 2020-November 2020
S&W Organic Black Beans, 15 oz. Best By SEP 13 2022
1329A 258 20		 November 2020-March 2021
S&W Organic Black Beans, 15 oz. Best By SEP 14 2022
1329A 259 20		 November 2020-March 2021
S&W Organic Black Beans, 15 oz. Best By SEP 15 2022
1329A 260 20		 October 2020-December 2020
S&W Organic Black Beans, 15 oz. Best By MAR 11 2023
1329A 071 21		 March 2021-April 2021
S&W Organic Black Beans, 15 oz. Best By MAR 14 2023
1329A 074 21		 April 2021
S&W Organic Black Beans, 15 oz. Best By MAR 15 2023
1329A 075 21		 April 2021
S&W Organic Black Beans, 15 oz. Best By MAR 16 2023
1329A 076 21		 March 2021-April 2021
S&W Organic Black Beans, 15 oz. Best By JAN 31 2023
1329A 032 21		 February 2021-April 2021
S&W Organic Black Beans, 15 oz. Best By FEB 01 2023
1329A 033 21		 February 2021-April 2021
S&W Organic Black Beans, 15 oz. Best By FEB 02 2023
1329A 034 21		 February 2021-April 2021
S&W Organic Black Beans, 15 oz. Best By FEB 03 2023
1329A 035 21		 February 2021-April 2021
O Organics Organic Black Beans, 15 oz. Best By FEB 03 2023
981A 035 21		 February 2021-April 2021
O Organics Organic Chili Beans, 15 oz. Best By FEB 04 2023
978A 036 21		 February 2021-April 2021

No other production codes, sizes or brands of Faribault Foods, Inc. products are affected by this recall.

Consumers who may have purchased the products listed above should return them to the store where purchased for a refund or replacement.

The recall was initiated after the firm had received consumer and customer complaints regarding failure of the hermetic seal. The problem related to the hermetic seal failure was corrected and no other product is affected.

The quality and safety of our products are the top priority for our company. We apologize to our retail customers and consumers and sincerely regret any inconvenience created by this recall. We are working with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on this voluntary recall and will cooperate with them fully.

For consumer support and product questions please call 1-888-201-6440, Monday-Friday from 8am to 5pm CST or email BeanTeam@FaribaultFoods.com

Original Press Release

Company Contact Information

Consumers:
 1-888-201-6440
 BeanTeam@FaribaultFoods.com

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France – Product recall: JOSEP LLORENS brand chorizo ​​sarta picante – Salmonella

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Product recall: JOSEP LLORENS brand chorizo ​​sarta picante

ENCOUNTERED PROBLEM

Presence 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

▸ Barcode
8436004991341

▸ Lot
1021

▸ DLC – DDM
09/26/2021

▸ Health mark
ES 10.01760 / ZA

▸ Consumer service contact
For any further information, you can contact the Josep Liorens consumer service by dialing number: 06 89 02 05 18 – Non-surcharged call from Monday to Friday from 7 am to 3 pm.

▸ Source
https://www.carrefour.fr/

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France – Product recall: Juglaret Jean Michel brand raw milk farm Tomme – Salmonella

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Product recall: Juglaret Jean Michel brand raw milk farm Tomme

ENCOUNTERED PROBLEM

Presence 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

▸ Names of models or references
tomme fermiere sold since April 17

▸ Lot
from March 4, 2021 to April 6, 2021

▸
Cardboard boxes of 13 or individual packaging

▸ Start date / End of marketing
From 04/17/2021 to 05/07/2021

▸ Health mark
FR73275002

▸
SAVOIE geographic sales area (73)

▸
Direct sales distributors and resellers at the farm, savoy cheese, sica du replat, intermarché bourg st maurice, super u bourg st maurice

▸ Consumer service contact
0610626212

▸ Source
JUGLARET JEAN

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Singapore – (SFA) are investigating an incident of gastroenteritis

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USA – Morse’s Sauerkraut worker sick with E. coli – source unknown – STEC E.coli

Posted on May 18, 2021 by | Leave a comment

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The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC) has identified a case of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) infection in a Waldoboro food service worker, according to a Monday evening news release.

The individual handled deli food at Morse’s Sauerkraut in Waldoboro while infectious from April 1 through May 13.

An assessment of the individual’s illness determined that patrons of Morse’s Sauerkraut may be at risk for STEC infection, the Maine CDC announced.

Individuals who purchased deli items from Morse’s Sauerkraut between April 1 and May 13 should watch for symptoms of infection, such as severe stomach cramps, diarrhea (often bloody), and vomiting.

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Luxembourg – RECALL: MEDIUM SHELLS (CERASTODERMA EDULE) OF THE BRAND THAËRON – ASP Toxins

Posted on May 18, 2021 by | Leave a comment

SAP

Thaëron is recalling the following products:

Last name Medium Cockles (Cerastoderma edule)
Mark Thaeron
Unit 500 g
Bar code 3661737000281
Use by date (DLC) 05/19/21
Lot 13221
Last name Medium Cockles (Cerastoderma edule)
Mark Thaeron
Unit 1000 g
Bar code 3293580000974
Use by date (DLC) 05/19/21
Lot 13221

Danger  : Contains amnesic toxins (ASP)

Consumption of these products can be dangerous for health. The symptoms are: diarrhea, vomiting (within 2 to 24 hours) and neurological symptoms (headache, confusion, disorientation or even amnesia). 

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 .

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New Zealand – Surti brand Paneer – E.coli

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Surti brand Paneer

18 May 2021: Surti Indian Samosa Limited is recalling a specific batch of Surti brand Paneer due to the possible presence of E.coli.

Surti brand Paneer (various weights).
Product identification

Product type

 Cheese

Name of product (size)

 Surti brand Paneer (various weights)

Date marking

Best before 30JUN21

Package size and description

The product is sold in plastic packaging of various weights of approximately 200g to 500g.

Distribution

The product is sold at ethnic retail stores throughout New Zealand.

Auckland

  • Angels Spice and Superette, 284 Blockhouse Bay Road, Avondale, Auckland
  • Arjun Supermarket, 5 Rankin Avenue, New Lynn Auckland
  • ARKH Food and Spices Limited, 1/222 Swanson Road, Auckland
  • Bikanervala, 2 White Swan Road, Mount Roskill, Auckland
  • Bombay Chinese, Queens Court, 368 Queen Street, Auckland
  • Chevalier Produce, 34 Fremlin Place, Avondale, Auckland
  • Continental Halal Meats and Spices, 57G Cavendish Drive, Manukau, Auckland
  • Get Fresh Mangere, 99 Westney Road, Mangere, Auckland
  • Get Fresh Otahuhu, 81 Station Road, Otahuhu, Auckland
  • Jay’s Fresh Mart Auckland, 59 Shirley Road, Papatoetoe, Auckland
  • Kelvin Fruit and Vege Shop Auckland, 8 Mahia Road, Manuwera, Auckland
  • Lotus Supermarket, 43B Cavendish Drive, Manukau, Auckland
  • Lotus Supermarket, 64 Stoddard Road, Mount Roskill, Auckland
  • Madinah Halal Meats, 1/16 Lambie Drive, Auckland
  • Massey Fruit and Vege, 1/2 Triangle Road, Massey, Auckland
  • Namaste Delhi Limited, 89 Great South Road, Epsom, Auckland
  • Om Sai Foods & Spices, 3A/7 Reeves Road, Pakuranga, Auckland
  • Patel Brothers Supermarket, 26 Carr Road, Mount Roskill, Auckland
  • Point Chev Fresh, 1104/D Great North Road, Point Chevalier, Auckland 1
  • Puhinui Superette, 202 Puhinui Road, Papatoetoe, Auckland
  • Raavi Foods And Spices Trading Limited, 421 Richardson Road, Mount Roskill Auckland
  • Saffron Foods Henderson, 214 Universal Drive, Henderson, Auckland
  • Spice Corner, 691 Manukau Road, Royal Oak, Auckland
  • Vege Oasis Mangere, 376 Massey Road, Mangere East, Auckland
  • Volt Convenience Store CBD, 107 Mayoral Drive, Auckland
  • Yogiji’s Food Mart, 7/251 Lincoln Road, Henderson, Auckland
  • Younus Halal Meat and Spices Limited, 1482B Dominion Road, Mount Roskill, Auckland

Christchurch

  • Krazy Price Mart Limited, 429 Tuam Street, Philipstown

Wellington

  • Indian Stores Limited, 218A Riddiford Street, Newtown

Notes

This recall does not affect any other Surti brand products.

Consumer advice

Customers are asked to check the date mark printed on the back of the product packaging.

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

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

Escherichia coli (E.coli) is a bacterium that normally lives in the intestines of people and other warm-blooded animals. Although most strains of E.coli are harmless, some types can cause serious illness, with severe diarrhoea and stomach cramps.

Who to contact

If you have questions, contact Surti Indian Samosa Limited.

  • Phone: 09 273 4164
  • Address: 1 Newsome Street, Onehunga, Auckland.

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France – Product recall: Colmett d’Alsace “the gourmet” 150g of the TEMPE brand – Salmonella

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Product recall: Colmett d'Alsace "la gourmande" 150g of the TEMPE brand

ENCOUNTERED PROBLEM

Presence 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

▸ Names of models or references
Colmett d’Alsace “the gourmet” 150g – Sausage spread

▸ Barcode
3287241908501

▸ Lot
125

▸ DLC – DDM
05/31/2021

▸ Start date / End of marketing
From 05/10/2021 to 05/14/2021

▸ Health mark
FR 68-122-001 CE

▸ Consumer service contact
0805385749

▸ Source
MAURER TEMPE ALSACE

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France – Product recall: Thaëron France Pavilion shellfish Thaëron 300g tray -ASP Toxins

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Product recall: Thaëron France Pavilion shellfish Thaëron 300g tray

ENCOUNTERED PROBLEM

Possible presence of ASP toxins

PROPOSED SOLUTION

Do not consume and return to the point of sale for reimbursement.

These shells come from a fishing area contaminated by a toxin-producing algae. In the event of the appearance of gastrointestinal and / or neurological symptoms, consult your doctor, telling him that you have consumed shellfish contaminated with ASP phycotoxins.

FURTHER INFORMATION

▸ Barcode
3661737004869

▸ Lot
13221

▸ DLC – DDM
05/19/2021

▸ Start date / End of marketing
since 05/13/2021

▸ Health mark
FR 29 236 500 CE

▸ Source
https://www.supercasino.fr/

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