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EU – Nestle recalls infant formula due to Cronobacter risk

Posted on December 21, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Food Safety News

Nestlé has recalled infant formula in several countries because of the potential presence of Cronobacter sakazakii.

The affected product is EXPERT PRO HA 1, which has different batch numbers depending on the country it was marketed.

Infant formula from Germany was sent to Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Greece, Hungary, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, and Sweden, according to a notice on the EU’s Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF).

In Denmark, it was sold to a few stores and online webshops from Nov. 29 to Dec. 13, 2023. The Danish version NAN EXPERTPRO HA 1 800-grams has article number 12489069, batch number 33120742C2, and an expiration date of 11.2025.

In Norway, the recall applies to 90 units sold to pharmacies, including online pharmacies. NAN EXPERTPRO HA 1 has article number 12468459, batch number 33120742C1, and a best-before date of 11.2025. Products were distributed between Dec. 7 and 12, 2023.

In the Czech Republic and Slovakia, BEBA EXPERT PRO HA 1, 800-gram with batch number 33140742F3 is involved.

The product’s batch number and expiration date are at the bottom of the can. No other products or batches are affected.

No positive products or illnesses

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Canada – Yoso brand Unsweetened Coconut Plant-Based Yogurt recalled due to Mould/Mold

Posted on December 21, 2023 by | Leave a comment

CFIA

Product
Unsweetened Coconut Plant-Based Yogurt
Issue
Food – Microbial Contamination – Non harmful (quality or spoilage)
What to do

Do not use, sell, serve or distribute the affected product.

Audience
Retail
Distribution
Alberta
British Columbia
Nova Scotia
Ontario

Yoso brand Unsweetened Coconut Plant-Based Yogurt recalled due to mould

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Spain – Alert for the presence of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) in ripened cheese made with raw milk from France (Ref. ES2023/326)

Posted on December 21, 2023 by | Leave a comment

AESAN

The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) has been informed by France, through the European Food Alert Network (RASFF), of the presence of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) in the product: matured processed cheese with raw milk.

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

The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition has learned, through the European Food Alert Network (RASFF), of an alert notification sent by the French health authorities regarding the presence of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC). ), in the product ripened cheese made with raw milk, MORBIER DOP.

The information included here is the result of the self-control of the company itself, which has reported the incident to the competent authorities, in compliance with the legislation and in order not to make unsafe food available to the population.

The data of the product involved are:

  • Product name (on label): MORBIER DOP Matured cheese made with raw milk
  • Trademark names on the label: FRIESLANDCAMPINA IBERIA and MILLAN VICENTE
  • Appearance of the product and type of packaging: packaged in wedges (175 and 195 g)
  • Lot number: all lots.
  • Unit weight: 175 and 195 g

Available images are attached.

This information has been transferred to the competent authorities of the autonomous communities through the Coordinated System for Rapid Information Exchange (SCIRI), in order to verify the withdrawal of the affected products from marketing channels.

People who have products affected by this alert in their homes are recommended to refrain from consuming them.

If you have consumed any of the products from the affected batches and present any symptoms compatible with toxiinfection by E. coli that produces shiga toxins (severe abdominal cramps, which can progress to watery and bloody diarrhea), it is recommended to go to a doctor. clinic.

You can expand the information from the AESAN on toxiinfection by Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) at the following link

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Luxembourg – Several charcuterie products from the Isla Délice brand – Clostridium botulinum

Posted on December 21, 2023 by | Leave a comment

SAP

The following products are recalled in Luxembourg:

Name Olive slices (10 slices)
Brand Isla Délice
Unit 120g
Barcode 3512690000149
DLC/DDM 01/07/2024
Batch 33340094
Name Poultry mousse
Brand Isla Délice
Unit 160g
Barcode 3512690005861
Date-bound batch (DLC/DDM) 12/20/2023 / 33260012

12/27/2023 / 33330016
Name Beef flavor delight with olives
Brand Isla Délice
Unit 500g
Barcode 3512690000842
DLC/DDM 05/14/2024
Batch 33200106

Danger  : Possible presence of Clostridium botulinum

Graying on the surface of part of our production, linked to a non-compliant supplier ingredient. This situation does not exclude a Clostridium botulinum risk.

Botulism is a rare disease that most commonly results from eating contaminated food containing botulinum toxin produced by Clostridium botulinum . This toxin develops in particular in canned or sausage products made at home or at home for which the sterilization process has not been mastered. Symptoms usually appear 12 to 72 hours after ingesting contaminated food, but they can develop earlier or later (2 hours up to 10 days). Botulinum poisoning is characterized by neurological signs: sensation of blurred vision, drooping eyelids, speech problems, difficulty swallowing, dry mouth, muscle weakness. Digestive signs (constipation, vomiting, diarrhea) often accompany neurological signs.

The products can be distributed by different points of sale in Luxembourg.

Information Source: Recall Notification

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France – PISTACHIO PHEASANT BALLOTINE – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on December 20, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
Unbranded
Model names or references
PISTACHIO PHEASANT BALLOTINE, cut catering section
Product identification
GTIN Batch
0203303000000 sold between 12/12/2023 and 12/15/2023
Packaging
In the cutting department
Start/end date of marketing
From 12/12/2023 to 12/15/2023
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Geographical sales area
Reze
Distributors
LECLERC ATOUT SUD

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Czech Republic – English bacon – Mold/Mould Visible to the Eye

Posted on December 20, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Potravinynapranyri

Illustrative photo #1

Place of inspection:
Uherský Brod – Újezdec ( Spožových 31, 687 34 Uherský Brod – Újezdec )
ID: 06742921
Invalid parameter:

surface appearance
change method. MIBI activities
fungi visible to the eye
scent

There were white mold colonies on the surface of the food. The product smelled of spoilage and had a slimy surface. Food is not considered safe if it shows signs of spoilage.

During the inspection, no unsatisfactory storage temperatures of this food were found.

Date of sample collection: 16/10/2023
Reference number: 23-000914-SZPI-CZ
The sample was detected by the official control of the State Agricultural and Food Inspection.

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Sweden – Updated recall: Norrköping dairy recalls Basimo white cheese due to Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on December 20, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Livsmedelsverket

Norrköping dairy is recalling Basimo white cheese with the following best before dates 09022024, 16022024, 08032024, 15032024 because they may contain listeria. The cheese is sold in packages of 900 grams in transparent soft plastic packaging.

The Swedish Food Agency urges consumers to throw away the cheese. Listeria is a bacterium that can cause serious illness in people with compromised immune systems, the frail elderly and pregnant women.

Listeria monocytogenes

Contact – Norrköpingsmejerier AB

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France – Cheese – WAGTAIL – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on December 20, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
FEDOU
Model names or references
lot 23.333.002
Product identification
Batch Date
23.333.002 Minimum durability date between 01/07/2024 and 01/10/2024
Start/end date of marketing
From 11/12/2023 to 18/12/2023
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Health mark
CE 048.074.011
Geographical sales area
Whole France
Distributors
Wholesalers

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France – Madeleines, Cakes, Financiers, Brownies – Mold/Mould

Posted on December 20, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Cereals and bakery products
Product brand name
Jeannette 1850
Model names or references
Madeleines: Plain, Organic Plain, Almond, Lemon, Chocolate, Raspberry, Choco-Nature, Halloween, Apple, Citrus, Yuzu. Financiers: Almond. Cakes: Plain, Chocolate chips, chocolate chip brownies.
Product identification
Batch Date
All lots Minimum durability date between 12/03/2023 and 01/16/2024
Products List
Product_recall_Jeannette_18_12_23.pdfAttachment
Packaging
Individual plastic bag, box of 10 products, box of 12 products, box of 20 products, box of 40 products.
Start/end date of marketing
From 09/01/2023 to 10/31/2023
Storage temperature
Product to be stored at room temperature
Geographical sales area
Whole France
Distributors
Supermarkets, grocery stores, garden centers, factory shops, individuals.

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France – GROUND STEACK and other beef – STEC E.coli O157

Posted on December 20, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
BUTCHERY E.LECLERC ANGLET BAB
Model names or references
Chopped steak – Lower rib – Roast sirloin steak – Entrecôte – Bavette – Steak Piece for fondue.
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
0208280000000 Packaging date between 11/22/2023 and 12/08/2023 Use-by date 09/12/2023
0205089000000 Packaging date between 11/22/2023 and 12/08/2023 Use-by date 12/12/2023
0208315000000 Packaging date between 11/22/2023 and 12/08/2023 Use-by date 12/12/2023
0205003000000 Packaging date between 11/22/2023 and 12/08/2023 Use-by date 12/12/2023
0205007000000 Packaging date between 11/22/2023 and 12/08/2023 Use-by date 12/12/2023
0205011000000 Packaging date between 11/22/2023 and 12/08/2023 Use-by date 12/12/2023
0205009000000 Packaging date between 11/22/2023 and 12/08/2023 Use-by date 12/12/2023
0205803000000 Packaging date between 11/22/2023 and 12/08/2023 Use-by date 12/12/2023
0205783000000 Packaging date between 11/22/2023 and 12/08/2023 Use-by date 12/12/2023
0205024000000 Packaging date between 11/22/2023 and 12/08/2023 Use-by date 12/12/2023
Start/end date of marketing
From 11/22/2023 to 12/08/2023
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Geographical sales area
Whole France
Distributors
E.LECLERC ANGLET BAB

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