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France – 6 SUPERIOR CHIPOLATAS -25% SALT – Salmonella

Posted on March 2, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Gov france

Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Meats
  • Product brand name JOHN ROZE
  • Model names or references 6 SUPERIOR CHIPOLATAS -25% SALT: 300 g
  • Identification of products
    GTIN Batch Date
    3250392334710 J30510585 Use-by date 06/03/2023
  • Packaging Packaging by 6/tray; 300g
  • Marketing start/end date From 02/22/2023 to 02/28/2023
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Health mark FR-35-136-002-CE
  • Geographic area of ​​sale Whole France
  • Distributors Intermarché

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Presence of Salmonella
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Salmonella spp (causative agent of salmonellosis)

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USA – Kawasho Foods USA Inc. Announces a Voluntary Recall of a Single Lot of GEISHA Medium Shrimp 4oz. Because of Possible Health Risk

Posted on February 28, 2023 by | Leave a comment

FDA

Picture of GEISHA Medium Shrimp, 4 oz can

Company Announcement

Kawasho Foods USA Inc. of New York, NY, is voluntarily recalling one lot of canned GEISHA Medium Shrimp 4oz. because of reported swelling, leaking, or bursting cans. There is a possibility that the product has been under processed, which could lead to the potential for spoilage organisms or pathogens.

The Product was distributed to retail stores (Walmart, Associated Food Stores, Stater Bros Markets, Safeway, Albertsons) in California, Utah, Arizona, and Colorado.

The GEISHA Medium Shrimp is packaged in a 4oz. metal can, with UPC 071140003909. The one lot being recalled is LGC12W12E22; BEST BY: MAY/12/2026 and this code appears on the bottom of the product can.

Consumers should not use this product, even if it does not look or smell spoiled. No illnesses or other adverse consequences have been reported to date in connection with this product.

Consumer who have purchased this product are urged to return to place of puchase for a full refund. If you have any question regarding this recall, please contact us at (212)841-7400 (Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST) or via email at info@geishabrand.com.

Company Contact Information

Consumers:
 (212) 841-7400
 info@geishabrand.com

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USA- Jan Fruits Inc. Recalls Enoki Mushrooms Because of Possible Health Risk – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on February 28, 2023 by | Leave a comment

FDA

Company Announcement

FEBRUARY 24, 2023, Jan Fruits Inc. of VERNON, CA is recalling all its cases of its 200g/7.05oz packages of ENOKI MUSHROOM (Product of Taiwan) because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

The recalled Enoki Mushroom product was distributed in CA to small local produce distributors or wholesalers for further distribution to retail stores within CA and HI.

The Enoki Mushroom comes in a 200g/7.05oz clear plastic package with the following description “Taiwan Best Quality Enoki Natural Mushroom***Manufacturer: Changhua County Mushrooms Production Cooperative” in English. There is a green lettered “Premium” Printed with two QR scan codes and UPC 8 51084 00835 8 on the back side of a package There is a Lot Code #3779 outside of box.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem. The distribution of the product is suspended.

The recall was the result of a routine sampling program by the State of Hawaii which revealed that the finished products contained Listeria monocytogenes. We have ceased the production and distribution of the product as we continue our investigation as to what caused the problem.

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

Although safety measures were taken to prevent the following risk, the safety of consumers is our top priority. We urge to return enoki package to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with question may contact the company at 323-923-2879 Ext. 3. Monday – Friday 7:00am – 3:00pm.

Company Contact Information

Consumers:
Jan Fruits Inc.
 323-923-2879 Ext. 3

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Quebec – Notice not to consume duck and pork rillettes prepared and sold by the Chez Valère cafeteria at the Université de Montréal – Food Safety

Posted on February 27, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Quebec

(MAPAQ), in collaboration with the Food Inspection Division of the City of Montreal and the Chez Valère cafeteria of the University of Montreal , located at 3200, rue Jean-Brillant, in Montreal, warns the public not to consume the product indicated in the table below, because it has not been prepared and packaged in such a way as to ensure its safety.

Product name

Format

Affected batch

“Duck and pork rillettes”

UNITARY

Units sold until February 20, 2023

The product that is the subject of this warning was offered for sale until February 20, 2023, at the establishment designated above as well as at the Bistro sur la montagne convenience store, located at 2350 , boulevard Édouard-Montpetit, in Montreal. The product was packaged in a glass jar and sold at room temperature.

The operator is voluntarily recalling the product in question. It has agreed with MAPAQ and the Food Inspection Division of the City of Montreal to distribute this warning as a precautionary measure. In addition, people who have this product in their possession are advised not to consume it. They must return it to the establishment where they bought it or throw it away. Even if the affected product shows no signs of tampering or suspicious odors, its consumption may represent a health risk.

It should be noted that no case of illness associated with the consumption of this food has been reported to MAPAQ to date.

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France Saint Chabret – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on February 27, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Gov france

Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Milk and dairy products
  • Product brand name Unbranded
  • Model names or references Saint Chabret
  • Identification of products
    GTIN Batch Date
    3540500004506 50.31.22 Use-by date between 02/22/2023 and 05/06/2023
  • Packaging Whole piece of about 550g
  • Marketing start/end date From 09/02/2023 to 07/03/2023
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Health mark FR 23 093 001 CE
  • Further information goat tome
  • Geographic area of ​​sale Whole France
  • Distributors Leclerc, creameries
  • List of points of saleList_clients_St_Chabret.pdf

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Presence of Listeria monocytogenes
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Listeria monocytogenes (causative agent of listeriosis)

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France – Stuffed roast veal – Salmonella

Posted on February 27, 2023 by | Leave a comment

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Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Meats
  • Product brand name E.Leclerc Schiltigheim
  • Model names or references Stuffed roast veal
  • Identification of products
    Batch
    see attached product list
  • Products List Poster_roast_of_veal_stuffed.pdfAttachment
  • Packaging Sale on demand in the Traditional Butcher department
  • Marketing start/end date From 02/02/2023 to 04/02/2023
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Further information Stuffed roast veal
  • Geographic area of ​​sale Center E.Leclerc Schiltigheim – SCHILDIS
  • Distributors Center E.Leclerc Schiltigheim

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Demonstration of the presence of salmonella
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Salmonella spp (causative agent of salmonellosis)

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Germany – Koska Sade Helva – Salmonella

Posted on February 27, 2023 by | Leave a comment

LMW

Alert type: Groceries
Date of first publication:

02/24/2023

Product name: Koska Sade Helva
Product images:

Koska Sade Helva.jpg
Manufacturer (distributor):

Belinay Feinkost GmbH Riedemannstr. 2 28239 Bremen

Reason for warning:

Salmonella

Packaging Unit: 200 g
Durability: 09/10/2024
Lot identification: Lot no. : 90-2535/22
Additional Information:

Salmonella disease manifests itself within a few days after infection with diarrhoea, abdominal pain and occasionally vomiting and a slight fever. The symptoms usually subside on their own after a few days. Babies, small children, senior citizens and people with a weakened immune system in particular can develop more severe illnesses. Anyone who has eaten this food and develops severe or persistent symptoms should seek medical attention and report possible salmonella infection. It makes no sense to seek preventive medical treatment without symptoms.

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UK – Aldi recalls Plant Menu Organic Super Firm Tofu because of poor temperature control

Posted on February 27, 2023 by | Leave a comment

FSA

Aldi is recalling Plant Menu Organic Super Firm Tofu because of a temperature control issue that could potentially spoil the product, which may be unsafe to eat. The issue only affects product sold at a limited number of Aldi stores in the Midlands.

Product details

Plant Menu Organic Super Firm Tofu
Pack size 200 g
Use by 13 April 2023 and 14 April 2023

Risk statement

Insufficient temperature control may result in spoilage of the product which may be unsafe to eat.

Action taken by the company

Aldi is recalling the above product from affected stores only. Point of sale notices will only be displayed in affected Aldi stores that are selling this product. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tells them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.

Customer notice: Plant Menu Organic Super Firm Tofu (76.63 KB)

Our advice to consumers

If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to the Aldi store from where it was bought for a full refund. A full list of affected stores is available on the Aldi website at Product Notices (aldi.co.uk). For further information please visit help.aldi.co.uk or contact customer services on 08000420800

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Research – A Systematic Quantitative Determination of the Antimicrobial Efficacy of Grape Seed Extract against Foodborne Bacterial Pathogens

Posted on February 26, 2023 by | Leave a comment

MDPI

Abstract

Concerns regarding the role of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in disease outbreaks are growing due to the excessive use of antibiotics. Moreover, consumers are demanding food products that are minimally processed and produced in a sustainable way, without the use of chemical preservatives or antibiotics. Grape seed extract (GSE) is isolated from wine industry waste and is an interesting source of natural antimicrobials, especially when aiming to increase sustainable processing. The aim of this study was to obtain a systematic understanding of the microbial inactivation efficacy/potential of GSE against Listeria monocytogenes (Gram-positive), Escherichia coli and Salmonella Typhimurium (Gram-negative) in an in vitro model system. More specifically, for L. monocytogenes, the effects of the initial inoculum concentration, bacterial growth phase and absence of the environmental stress response regulon (SigB) on the GSE microbial inactivation potential were investigated. In general, GSE was found to be highly effective at inactivating L. monocytogenes, with higher inactivation achieved for higher GSE concentrations and lower initial inoculum levels. Generally, stationary phase cells were more resistant/tolerant to GSE as compared to exponential phase cells (for the same inoculum level). Additionally, SigB appears to play an important role in the resistance of L. monocytogenes to GSE. The Gram-negative bacteria under study (E. coli and S. Typhimurium) were less susceptible to GSE as compared to L. monocytogenes. Our findings provide a quantitative and mechanistic understanding of the impact of GSE on the microbial dynamics of foodborne pathogens, assisting in the more systematic design of natural antimicrobial-based strategies for sustainable food safety.

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Finland – Mold toxin found in pistachios – Ochratoxin A

Posted on February 24, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Epressi

Lidl has announced that it is recalling Alesto brand shelled pistachios; Alesto roasted and peeled pistachio nut and Alesto roasted, peeled and salted pistachio nut . The weight of both products is 70 g/bag. The recall applies to products with a best before date of 12.08.2023, 13.10.2023 and 14.10.2023.

In control samples taken in another country, ochratoxin A has been found in the products above the permitted limit. According to Lidl, the amount found does not pose an acute health risk, but prolonged exposure to high concentrations of ochratoxin A may cause adverse effects.

On its website, Lidl asks its customers to return the products in question to a Lidl store, where the price of the product will be refunded.

Consumer contacts: Lidl’s customer service website, phone 09 424 52 111

The matter is handled at the Food Agency by special expert Mika Varjonen, tel. 050 38 68 416, firstname.surname@ruokavirasto.fi .

Pictures of the products

(Photo: Lidl)

pistachio nuts-1.jpg

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