Category Archives: Food Quality

USA – Dairy Manufacturers Inc. Is Notifying Consumers About a Safety Concern With Crecelac Infant 0-12 Infant Formula (Lot # 24 039 1 CHE 352-1) That is Part of an Ongoing Recall – Expansion of Previous Recall – Cronobacter

FDA

Crecelac 0-12 Lot #: 24 039 1 CHE 352-1, Front label, Back label, Use by AUG2025

Dairy Manufacturers Inc., of Prosper, TX – 6/3/24, is notifying consumers about a safety issue associated with a product that is an extension of an ongoing voluntary recall (https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/dairy-manufacturers-inc-issues-voluntary-recall-products-due-non-compliance-requirements-under-21). D-M initiated a voluntary recall on 05/24/24. Crecelac Infant 0-12 with an expiration date of 08/2025 was manufactured at D.M. Mexicana Sa De Cv in Monterey, Mexico and is part of this ongoing recall. D-M is now alerting consumers that a sample of this product has tested positive for Cronobacter spp.

Cronobacter is a bacterium that can cause bloodstream and central nervous system infections, such as sepsis and meningitis, respectively. Complications from Cronobacter infection in infants can include brain abscess, developmental delays, motor impairments, and death.

Symptoms of Cronobacter infection in infants may include poor feeding, irritability, temperature changes, jaundice, grunting breaths, or abnormal body movements.

Crecelac 12.4 oz containers were distributed primarily in March, April, and May of 2024. The product was distributed through retail stores in the state of Texas only. The recalled product is labeled as infant formula and packaged in a 12.4 oz. cardboard and aluminum can.

Only the lot listed below had samples containing Cronobacter spp.

PRODUCT

UPC

LOT CODE

EXP. DATE

Crecelac Infant 0-12 8 50042 40847 6 24 039 1 CHE 352-1 08/2025

The recalled product can be identified by the batch code on the bottom of the can.

There have been no reports of injuries or adverse reactions due to consumption of these products.

Consumers who have purchased Crecelac Infant 0-12, should discontinue use of the recalled product and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.

Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-972-347-2341 (Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST).

This recall is being made with the knowledge of the Food and Drug Administration.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience or concern this may cause and assure our customers that we are taking all necessary steps to ensure the safety, quality, and compliance of our products.

Link to Initial Press Release

Italy- Two Batches – SLICED PESTO MANTOVANO -Salmonella

Salute

Brand : CUCINA EXPRESS

Name : SLICED PESTO MANTOVANO

Reason for reporting : Recall due to microbiological risk

Publication date : 4 June 2024

Documentation

Documentation

Salute

Marchio: CUCINA EXPRESS

Denominazione: PESTO MANTOVANO A FETTE

Motivo della segnalazione: Richiamo per rischio microbiologico

Data pubblicazione: 4 giugno 2024

Documentazione

Documentazione

France – Merguez – Salmonella

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
Unbranded
Model names or references
Sweet Merguez and Strong Merguez sold in the butchery section on a traditional stand
Product identification
Batch Date
24001143 Use-by date 05/28/2024
24001141 Use-by date 05/28/2024
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 76.575.003 CE
Geographical sales area
Departments: EURE-ET-LOIR (28), OISE (60), SEINE-ET-MARNE (77), ESSONNE (91)
Distributors
H Market Group store: stores in Pontault Combault, Corbeil-Essonnes, Vernouillet, Saint-Maximin and Vert Saint-Denis.

France – Cream – Listeria monocytogenes

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
Guyard Maxime
Model names or references
Cream
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
17052024 05/17 Use-by date 01/06/2024
15052024 15/05 Use-by date 05/30/2024
Packaging
250 ml or 500 ml jar
Start/end date of marketing
From 05/18/2024 to 05/19/2024
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Further information
Cream dlc 30/05 and 01/06
Geographical sales area
Whole France
Distributors
Lisieux, Evreux, Caen

Spain – Alert due to the presence of Listeria in smoked salmon from Spain

ACSA

salmon brand

Listeria salmon brand

Listeria salmon brand

Listeria salmon brand

The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) has communicated through the  Coordinated Rapid Information Exchange System (SCIRI)  an alert sent by the health authorities of the Valencian Community, due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in smoked salmon in different presentations and different brands.

The data of the product involved are:

  • Product name:  Smoked salmon or marinated salmon
  • Temperature:  Refrigerated
  • Batch number:  The affected products all start with 30A4, to which a number and a letter are added at the end, for traceability purposes.
  • Brands:
      • Aleppo
      • Distrialacant
      • Fajardo
      • Guillermo Fernandez
      • Hyperber
      • The cradle of salazon
      • Los salaos
      • Pablo campillo
      • Pertussis
      • Saez
      • Salazones Miguel
      • Salinas
      • Samar
      • The blue ocean seafood
      • Torah
  • The product involved is in the following presentations:
      • Smoked salmon 80 g, 100 g, 200 g, 250 and 300 g
      • Smoked salmon with oil 150 g, 900 g and 3500 g
      • Pre-cut smoked salmon 1.2 kg, 1 kg, 700 g, 600 g, 500 g and 400 g
      • Smoked salmon fillet 600 g
      • Pre-cut marinated salmon 600 g

According to the information available, the products have been distributed in the autonomous communities of Andalusia, Castile-La Mancha and Region of Murcia, although it cannot be ruled out that there may be redistribution to other autonomous communities.

AESAN has transferred this information to the competent authorities of the autonomous communities, through the SCIRI, in order to verify the withdrawal of the affected products from the marketing channels.

As a precautionary measure,  people who may have the above-mentioned product in their homes are advised to refrain from consuming it. 

If you have consumed any of the affected products and have symptoms compatible with listeriosis (vomiting, diarrhea or fever), it is recommended to go to a health center. 

France – BRIE LE ROITELET – Listeria monocytogenes

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
BRIE LE ROITELET
Model names or references
LE ROITELET BRIE CUT CHEESE
Product identification
Batch Date
Packaged on 05/28/2024 DLC until 06/11/2024 Use-by date 06/11/2024
Start/end date of marketing
From 05/28/2024 to 05/31/2024
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Geographical sales area
LECLERC ILE ROUSSE CORBARA
Distributors
E.LECLERC ILE ROUSSE CORBARA

France – Mexican chicken platter 1kg – Listeria monocytogenes

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
The Poultry stall
Model names or references
Mexican chicken platter 1kg
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
20258115 5044094384 Use-by date 05/23/2024
Packaging
Plastic tray
Start/end date of marketing
From 05/14/2024 to 05/23/2024
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 53 121 001 CE
Geographical sales area
see the list of supermarkets in attachment
Distributors
Lidl

USA – Once Upon a Farm Organic Plant-Rich Meal, Curried Carrots & Beans – Listeria monocytogenes

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Once Upon a Farm PBC of Berkeley, CA, is recalling Once Upon a Farm Organic Plant-Rich Meal, Curried Carrots & Beans because of potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

According to details published online by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the recall was initiated May 17, 2024, and is ongoing.

The recalled products were distributed in Tennessee, Georgia, Louisiana, Florida, Alabama, South Carolina, North Carolina, Kentucky, New Jersey and Texas.

Food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look or smell spoiled but can still cause serious and sometimes life-threatening infections. Anyone who has eaten any recalled products and developed symptoms of Listeria infection should seek medical treatment and tell their doctors about the possible Listeria exposure.

Recalled products:

Once Upon a Farm Organic Plant-Rich Meal, Curried Carrots & Beans, 3.5 oz, packed in single serving flexible pouches. 

  • Product is distributed frozen and is Not-Ready-To-Eat
  • Product Quantity: 95 units
  • Best When Used By Date of 4/17/2025
  • UPC 81000351838

Consumers should not use this product. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to their place of purchase.

France – Pudding Portion – Listeria monocytogenes

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
MICHEL DUPUY
Model names or references
Pudding Portion
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3367824926723 40880036 / 41080093 / 41310112 / 41310113 Use-by date between 05/25/2024 and 07/06/2024
Packaging
Blood sausage vacuum packed by 3
Start/end date of marketing
From 03/29/2024 to 05/31/2024
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 81.003.003 CE
Geographical sales area
Departments: CHARENTE (16), CHARENTE-MARITIME (17), CORREZE (19), DORDOGNE (24), HAUTE-GARONNE (31), GIRONDE (33), LANDES (40), LOT (46), LOT-ET- GARONNE (47), PYRENEES-ATLANTIQUES (64)
Distributors
Carrefour, Intermarché, Netto, Leclerc, Super U

France – Raw goat’s milk cheese – STEC E.coli

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
André Plaza farm cheeses
Model names or references
stools on expensive, logs
Product identification
Batch Date
2005 Minimum durability date 07/18/2024
Start/end date of marketing
From 05/21/2024 to 05/30/2024
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Geographical sales area
Whole France
Distributors
Direct sales on the farm