Category Archives: Food Inspections

Quebec – Notice not to consume various products in glass jars prepared and sold by the company Chez Grognon inc. – Clostridium botulinum

Quebec

QUEBEC CITY , June 27, 2024 /CNW/ – The Ministère de l’Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l’Alimentation (MAPAQ), in collaboration with the company Chez Grognon inc., located at 514, rue Saint-Joseph , in Lévis, is advising the public not to consume the products listed in the table below, as they have not been prepared, packaged and stored in a way that ensures their safety. In fact, these products could promote the proliferation of the bacteria  Clostridium botulinum . 

Product name  

Format  

Target lot

“MAAFÉ CHICKEN”  

1L

Units sold until June 23, 2024  

“CHILI CON CARNE”  

“SPANISH BEEF STEW”  

“TRADITIONAL MEATBALL STEW”  

” PEA SOUP ”  

“CHICKEN AND RICE SOUP”  

The products which are the subject of this warning were offered for sale until June 23, 2024, and only at the establishment designated above. The products were packaged in a glass jar with a metal lid. They were sold at room temperature.

The operator is recalling the products in question. It has agreed with MAPAQ to issue this warning as a precautionary measure. In addition, people who have one of these products in their possession are advised not to consume it. They must return it to the establishment where they purchased it or throw it away.

Even if the affected product does not show signs of spoilage or have a suspicious odor, it could be contaminated with the bacteria Clostridium botulinum . Food contaminated with the toxin from this bacteria can cause the following symptoms when ingested: facial paralysis, unreactive or fixed pupils, difficulty swallowing, drooping eyelids, and impaired vision and speech. In severe cases, the illness can cause death.

It should be noted that no cases of illness associated with the consumption of these foods have been reported to MAPAQ to date.

France – Beef and pork sausages made and sold in the traditional butcher section of the Carrefour contact USSAC store between 06/17 and 06/27 – Listeria monocytogenes

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
Unbranded
Model names or references
Beef and pork sausages made and sold in the traditional butcher section of the Carrefour contact USSAC store between 06/17 and 06/27
Product identification
GTIN Batch
1111111111116 between 06/17 and 06/27
Packaging
Bulk
Start/End of marketing date
From 06/17/2024 to 06/27/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Further information
Beef and pork sausages made and sold in the traditional butcher’s section of the Carrefour contact USSAC store between 06/17 and 06/27
Geographic area of ​​sale
Ussac contact crossroads
Distributors
Carrefour contact Ussac only

Italy – SALAMINO DOLCE -Salmonella

Salute

Brand : AZZOCCHI ROBERTO SRL

Name : SALAMINO DOLCE

Reason for reporting : Recall due to microbiological risk

Publication date : 28 June 2024

Documentation

Documentation

Spain – Alert for possible presence of botulinum toxin in mushrooms in brine from Russia (Ref. ES2024/352)

AESAN

The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) has been informed by the German health authorities, through the European Food Alert Network (RASFF), of the presence of botulinum toxin in mushrooms in brine of the TPYZAH brand with an expiration date of 20/05/25.

People who have the product included in this alert at home are recommended to refrain from consuming it.

The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) has learned, through the European Food Alert Network (RASFF), of an alert notification sent by the German health authorities regarding the presence of botulinum toxin in mushrooms in brine.

The data of the product involved are:

  • Product name: Common white russula ( Russula delica ) cut, in brine.
  • Brand: Tpyzah.
  • Product appearance: Packaged in glass jar.
  • Barcode number: 4250370532731.
  • Best before date: 05/20/2025
  • Unit weight: 500g.
  • Room temperature.

Available image is attached.

Article related to the alert

France – Guinea fowl – Listeria monocytogenes

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
Stolen
Model names or references
Tray of guinea fowl ready to cook under atmosphere
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3250390314530 0044021739 Use-by date 06/11/2024
Packaging
Tray in protective atmosphere
Start/End of marketing date
From 05/30/2024 to 06/11/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR49 119 001 CE
Further information
Bar code starting with 2 410 712 XXX XXX
Geographic area of ​​sale
Whole France
Distributors
Intermarche

Canada – Eclipse Coffee Roasters brand Elevate Snapchill Coffee recalled due to potential presence of dangerous bacteria – Clostirdium botulinum

Gov Canada

Product
Elevate Snapchill Coffee
Issue
Food – Microbial Contamination – Clostridium botulinum
What to do

Do not consume, use, sell, serve or distribute recalled products

Distribution
Alberta

The affected product is being recalled from the marketplace because it may permit the growth of Clostridium botulinum.

What you should do

  • If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, contact your healthcare provider
  • Check to see if you have recalled products
  • Do not consume, serve, use, sell, or distribute recalled products
  • Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the location where they were purchased

Food contaminated with Clostridium botulinum toxin may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. Symptoms in adults can include facial paralysis or loss of facial expression, unreactive or fixed pupils, difficulty swallowing, drooping eyelids, blurred or double vision, difficulty speaking, including slurred speech, and a change in sound of voice, including hoarseness. Symptoms of foodborne botulism in children can include difficulty swallowing, slurred speech, generalized weakness and paralysis. In all cases, botulism does not cause a fever. In severe cases of illness, people may die.

France – CROTTIN DE CHAVIGNOL AOP ITM X2 -STEC E.coli 026

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
ITINERARY OF OUR REGIONS
Model names or references
CROTTIN DE CHAVIGNOL AOP X2
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3250390155478 123-01 all time codes Use-by date 06/29/2024
Packaging
Blister of 2 cheeses
Start/End of marketing date
From 05/21/2024 to 06/27/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 18.194.050 CE
Geographical sales area
Whole France
Distributors
INTERMARCHE

USA- Sunco & Frenchie LLC. Recalls Terrafina Brand Macadamia in the Raw Because of Possible Health Risk – Salmonella

FDA

Bottom of package, terrafina Macadamia in the Raw

Side of package, terrafina Macadamia in the Raw

Sunco and Frenchie LLC of Pine Brook, New Jersey is recalling Terrafina brand Macadamia in the Raw packed in 6 oz plastic containers, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

Terrafina Brand Macadamia in the Raw was distributed in New York through retail stores. Oak Foods LLC was the distributor.

Brand Name Terrafina with the product name Macadamia in the Raw. Best by Date is 05/2025 and Lot # is RMA241201. UPC# 847938003570. The container is plastic square shaped, and the label indicates size 6 oz and has a light green color for the front label. The nutrition label indicates distributed by Oak Foods LLC, Bronx NY 10474.

The raw macadamia nuts were manufactured by SolCaribe, S.A., Costa Rica.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The potential contamination of Salmonella was discovered through the State of New York Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Laboratory through routine testing. The company is recalling this product as FDA and Sunco and Frenchie LLC continue their investigation.

Consumers that have purchased this product should bring it back to the place of purchase for a full refund or dispose of it immediately and refrain from consuming it. Please call 973-478-1011 from Monday to Friday.

USA – Yellowfin Tuna recalled in California over high histamine levels

Food Safety News

Fresh Catch Inc of Los Angeles, CA is recalling certain Fresh Catch Inc. Yellowfin Tuna because of high histamine levels.

According to the details posted online by the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA), the recall was initiated on June 12, 2024, and is ongoing.

The recalled product was distributed in California.

France – TRAY 1 CHICKEN THIGH UNDER ATMOSPHERE – Listeria monocytogenes

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
RENTED
Model names or references
TRAY 1 CHICKEN THIGH UNDER ATMOSPHERE
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3266980282929 2024105460 Expiry date 06/14/2024
3266980282929 2024105460 Use-by date 06/15/2024
Products List
TRACA_1_CUISSE.pdfAttachment
Start/end date of marketing
From 06/03/2024 to 06/15/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 72 168 001 CE
Geographic area of ​​sale
Whole France
Distributors
Intermarché, Super U, Leclerc