Category Archives: Food Microbiology Testing

RASFF Alerts – Salmonella – Sesame Seeds – Duck Fillets- Chilled Chicken Drumsticks – Fresh Red Onion – Rubbed Dried Basil – Brazilian Chicken Products – Sunflower Kernels

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SALMONELLA IN SESAME SEEDS FROM NIGERIA in Greece

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SALMONELLA IN SESAME SEEDS FROM NIGERIA in Greece

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SALMONELLA IN SESAME SEEDS FROM NIGERIA in Greece

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SALMONELLA IN SESAME SEEDS FROM NIGERIA in Greece

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Salmonella Mbandaka in chilled Chicken drumsticks from Latvia in Estonia

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Salmonella in fresh red onion from Egypt in Denmark in Netherlands

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Salmonella detected in duck fillets (meat origin Poland) in France

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Salmonella Anatum in rubbed dried basil from Egypt in Germany

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Salmonella spp. in shelled sunflower kernels from Bulgaria in Germany

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Salmonella spp. in salted and frozen chicken breast halves from Brazil in Germany

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Salmonella spp. in salted and frozen chicken breast halves from Brazil in Germany

RASFF Alerts – Aflatoxin – Almond Kernels – Pistachios – Peanuts – Groundnut Kernels – Durum Wheat

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Aflatoxins in almond kernels from the United States In Germany and the Netherlands

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Aflatoxins in pistachios in shell from Türkiye in Germany

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Aflatoxins in U.S.A. peanuts in Switzerland and the Netherlands

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Aflatoxin B1 in Groundnut Kernels from the USA in the Netherlands

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Aflatoxin B1 in peanuts from the USA in Sweden

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Aflatoxins above permitted limits in shelled pistachios of US origin via Türkiye in Italy and Greece

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Aflatoxin B1 in durum wheat form Italy in Belgium

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Aflatoxins in pistachios from the Islamic Republic of Iran in Germany

USA – Snapchill LLC Recalls Canned Coffee Products Due to Potential Clostridium botulinum

FDA

Company Announcement

06/17/2024, Snapchill LLC (Snapchill) of Green Bay, WI is voluntarily recalling all canned coffee products manufactured by the company, within expiration date, because their current process could lead to the growth and production of the deadly toxin, botulinum toxin, in low acid canned foods. Botulism, a potentially fatal form of food poisoning, can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double-vision and trouble with speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distension and constipation may also be common symptoms. Symptoms can begin from six hours to two weeks after eating food that contains botulinum toxin. People experiencing these problems should seek immediate medical attention.

The products were distributed nationwide through various coffee roasters and retail locations, as well as through direct online purchase from Snapchill. The problem was identified when the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) notified Snapchill that the low acid canned foods process for manufacturing the recalled products was not filed with FDA, as is required by regulation. No illnesses have been reported to-date, and Snapchill is not aware of any instances in which the company’s products contained botulin toxin. Snapchill is working on filing the appropriate notification with FDA.

The products are sold under a range of roaster and brand names, in variety of metal can sizes ranging from 7 oz to 12 oz. The products are identifiable by the language “Produced and distributed by Snapchill LLC” underneath the nutrition facts panel. Some of the products can also be identified by the text “Snapchill Coffee” on the label. The specific products subject to this voluntary recall are listed at the end of this notice.

This voluntary recall is being made with the knowledge of FDA.

Consumers should either destroy the products or return the product to Snapchill or the place of purchase for a refund. Snapchill will offer full refunds for any of these products, with appropriate proof of purchase including a picture of the product(s) before being destroyed. Full information about the return and refund will be available at Compliance@Snapchill.com.

Consumers with questions may contact the company any time by email at Compliance@snapchill.com, or by phone, Monday through Friday between 8:00am and 4:00pm Central Time, at (920) 632-6018.

The specific products subject to this voluntary recall are as follows (listed in alphabetical order):

Product List


Company Contact Information

Belgium – Organic farm butter made from “salted” raw milk from the Jacky CROISIER-SCAILTEUR brand – Listeria monocytogenes

AFSCA

In agreement with the AFSCA, Jacky Croisier is withdrawing the “salted” raw milk organic farm butter of the Jacky CROISIER-SCAILTEUR brand from sale and is recalling it from consumers due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes.

Jacky Crosier asks its customers not to consume this product and to return it to the point of sale where it was purchased, where it will be refunded. A poster will be posted there.

Product Description :

– Product name: Salted raw milk farm butter
– Brand: Jacky CROISIER-SCAILTEUR
– Best before date (Best before): 06/28/2024
– Batch number: 06/28 /2024
– Sales period: from 05/28/2024 to 06/19/2024
– Nature of packaging: paper
– Weight: 250g & 500g

The product was distributed by:

  • La Ferme du Maustichi SCRL – Rue Ernest Depré 13, 6142 Leernes
  • Own point of sale:
    Croisier Jacky – Rue Lumsonry(Tar) 109, 5651 Tarcienne

For any further information , contact:
Mrs. Jacky Croisier via 0497 46 50 53 and lafermedulumsonry@gmail.com

France – Ramen – Listeria monocytogenes

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Prepared meals and snacks
Product brand name
Fresh Mood
Model names or references
chicken ramen veggie ramen
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3356067797917 150/24 Use-by date 06/08/2024
3356067797924 150/24 Use-by date 06/08/2024
Products List
Poster_conso_ramen_poulet_veggie_dlc_08_06_2024.pdfAttachment
Packaging
250 gram sealed tray
Start/end date of marketing
From 05/29/2024 to 06/08/2024
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 62.865.007 CE
Geographical sales area
Whole France
Distributors
GMS via Freshmood (foodiz solutions)
List of points of sale
traceability.pdf

Belgium – Natural rillettes from the Duroc D’Olives brand – Listeria monocytogenes

AFSCA

In agreement with the AFSCA, Deliflanders is withdrawing the product “rillettes nature” (1.2kg) of the Duroc D’Olives brand from sale and recalling it from consumers due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes.  

Delflanders asks its customers not to consume this product and to return it to the point of sale where it was purchased, where they will be refunded.

Product Description :

  • Product name: Natural rillettes
  • Brand: Duroc D’Olives
  • Minimum durability dates (DDM) (“Best before (or end)”): 07/12/2024 and 07/24/2024
  • Lot numbers: 0305-1207 and 1505-2407
  • Sales period: from 05/08/2024 to 06/12/2024
  • Nature of packaging: porcelain bowl
  • Weight: 1.2 kg

The product was sold through different points of sale and via https://www.durocdolives.com

For any further information , contact:
MR C Maes
Tel. : 050 54 49 40

Canada – Irresistibles brand Roasted Garlic – Caesar Aïoli recalled due to possible bursting bottles – Microbial Contamination

Gov Canada

Product
Roasted Garlic – Caesar Aïoli
Issue
Food – Microbial Contamination
What to do

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

Audience
Retail
Distribution
Ontario

Issue

Irresistibles brand Roasted Garlic – Caesar Aïoli recalled due to possible bursting bottles.

France – GROUND BEEF – Salmonella

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
AUCHAN
Model names or references
GROUND BEEF
Product identification
Batch
Sold in the “traditional” section between 06/11/2024 and 06/18/2024.
Products List
poster.pdfAttachment
Packaging
Assisted sales
Start/end date of marketing
From 06/11/2024 to 06/18/2024
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 03 185 038 CE
Further information
Sold in the ”traditional” section of our store between 06/11/2024 and 06/18/2024.
Geographical sales area
AUCHAN SAINT-AMARIN
Distributors
AUCHAN SAINT-AMARIN

France – Block of yellowfin tuna – Histamine

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Fishing and aquaculture products
Product brand name
unbranded
Model names or references
block of yellowfin tuna
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
2697595000000 ABF285 Use-by date 06/09/2024
Products List
TRACABILITE_THON_ALBACORE.pdfAttachment
Packaging
in bulk
Start/end date of marketing
From 05/30/2024 to 06/03/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be stored in the refrigerator
Geographical sales area
SAVERNE
Distributors
SUPER U SAVERNE

USA – E. coli concerns prompt cheese curd recall in Iowa

Food Safety News

Moore Family Cheese LLC of Maquoketa, IA is recalling Moore Family Farms and Creamery Cheddar Cheese Curds because of high coliform and generic E. coli count.

According to the details posted online by the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA), the recall was initiated on May 23, 2024, and is ongoing.

The recalled products were distributed in Iowa.