Category Archives: Food Testing

France – POULTRY CHIPOLATA WITH HALAL CHEESE – 5KG – Salmonella

Gov france

  • Product category Food
  • Product subcategory Meats
  • Product brand name OZTAT
  • Model names or references POULTRY CHIPOLATA WITH HALAL CHEESE – 5KG UNDER PROTECTIVE ATMOSPHERE
  • Product identification
    GTIN Batch Date
    3436598139636 41061223 Use-by date 02/11/2023
  • Packaging UNDER PROTECTIVE ATMOSPHERE
  • Start/end date of marketing From 10/18/2023 to 10/19/2023
  • Storage temperature Product to keep in the refrigerator
  • Health mark FR 88.218.001 CE
  • Geographical sales area Whole France
  • Distributors OZTAT

Catalonia – Alert for the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in meat products from Spain

ACSA

The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) has communicated, through the Coordinated System for Rapid Information Exchange (SCIRI), an alert sent by the health authorities of the Government of Andalusia regarding the presence of  Listeria monocytogenes  in meat products from the Industrias Cárnicas Sierra Nevada SL brand.

The data of the products involved are:

  • Brand: Industrias Cárnicas Sierra Nevada SL.
  • RGSEAA number: 10.05545/GR
    • FUET IBÉRICO : Lot L3023 and expiration date 06/09/2024.
    • IBERIAN SAUSAGE : Lot L1223 and expiration date 03/22/2024.
    • IBERIAN CHORIZO : Lots L0723 and L0923 and all the expiration dates of these lots.
    • FUET IBÉRICO MINI : Lot L2223 and all the expiration dates of this lot.
    • SPICY VELA CHORIZO : Lot L2623 and all expiration dates for this lot.
    • PORK CHEESE : Lot L2223, 2523, 2623, 2823, 2923 and 3023 and all expiration dates.

According to the information available, the initial distribution has been carried out in several provinces of Andalusia (Córdoba, Granada, Málaga and Seville) and an establishment in the Balearic Islands , although it is not ruled out that there may be redistributions to other autonomous communities.

The 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.

People who have these specific products and lots affected by this alert at home are recommended to refrain from consuming them.

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

France – Chopped steak – Listeria monocytogenes

Gov france

  • Product category Food
  • Product subcategory Meats
  • Product brand name E.Leclerc Guérande
  • Model names or references Ground steak to order
  • Product identification
    GTIN Batch
    0200469000000 Preparation carried out on demand in the traditional butcher’s department
  • Start/end date of marketing From 10/12/2023 to 10/18/2023
  • Storage temperature Product to keep in the refrigerator
  • Geographical sales area E.Leclerc de Guérande
  • Distributors E.Leclerc de Guérande

UK – Sainsbury’s recalls Taste the Difference Spanish Chorizo Iberico Ring because of possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes

FSA

Sainsbury’s are taking the precautionary action of recalling all date codes of Taste the Difference Spanish Chorizo Iberico Ring because Listeria monocytogenes has been found in some of the products.

Product details

Taste the Difference Spanish Chorizo Iberico Ring
Pack size 200g
Use by All dates from 23 November 2023 up to and including 16 January 2024

Risk statement

The presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the product listed above.

Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea. However, in rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications, such as meningitis.

Some people are more vulnerable to listeria infections, including those over 65 years of age, pregnant women and their unborn babies, babies less than one month old and people with weakened immune systems.

Action taken by the company

Sainsbury’s is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.

Our advice to consumers

If you have bought any of the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund. For more information visit Sainsburys.co.uk/help or contact their Careline on 0800 028 8303.

USA – Utopia Foods Recalls “Enoki Mushrooms” Because of Possible Health Risk – Listeria monocytogenes

FDA

“Front of package, Enoki Mushroom, 200g”

Utopia Foods Inc of Glendale, NY, is recalling all lots within expiry of Qilu Enterprise branded 200g packages of “Enoki Mushrooms” because they have 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 monocytogenes infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

The recalled Enoki Mushrooms were distributed to produce wholesalers in NY, NJ, PA, MA and MD. Products may have been further distributed to retail locations such as grocery stores.

The product comes in a 200g, clear plastic package with barcode 8928918610109 marked on the packaging. All products within expiry are included in the recall and were distributed between 8/7/2023 and 10/20/2023.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

USA – Gills Onions Voluntarily Recalls Select Lots of Fresh Diced Onion Products Because of Possible Health Risk – Salmonella

FDA

Image 3:”Front label, Gills Onions brand Fresh Diced Yellow Onions, 8 oz cups”

October 23, 2023 – Gills Onions of Oxnard, CA is voluntarily recalling Gills Onions branded fresh diced onions products because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

Consumers: The recalled products, which were sent to Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington, are identified in the table below. These recalled products are well beyond their August 2023 use-by-dates, and are no longer available for sale in stores. Please check for product description in the link above. We recognize that the recalled onions or foods with those onions as an ingredient could be in consumers’ freezers. Anyone who has an expired, recalled product in their possession should not consume it and should destroy or discard it.

Consumers who have purchased the recalled product and have questions may contact Gills Onions at 1-800-348-2255, or visit our website at www.gillsonions.comExternal Link Disclaimer for a copy of this press release and photos of the recalled products.

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

France -Frog leg rillettes with parsley – Clostridium botulinum

Gov france

  • Product category Food
  • Product subcategory Snails and frogs
  • Product brand name Fisherman’s Kitchen
  • Model names or references Frog leg rillettes with parsley 90g
  • Product identification
    GTIN Batch Date
    3356997780904 2339 Minimum durability date 12/31/2026
  • Packaging 90g verrines, golden capsules
  • Start/end date of marketing From 04/10/2023 to 19/10/2023
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored at room temperature
  • Health mark FR 01-333-001 CE
  • Geographical sales area Regions: Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
  • Distributors SARL Biscuiterie Bourgeois / Gamm Vert

France – VACUUM STEAK GROUND and BEEF GROUND – STEC E.coli

Gov france

  • Product category Food
  • Product subcategory Meats
  • Product brand name Meats from Haut Béarn
  • Model names or references GROUND STEAK SVx2 / STEAK GROUND SVx6 / VACUUM STEAK GROUND / VACUUM BEEF GROUND
  • Product identification
    Batch Date
    RGB23279 Use-by date 10/16/2023
    RGB23282 Use-by date 10/19/2023
    RGB23283 Use-by date 10/20/2023
    RGB23284 Use-by date 10/21/2023
  • Packaging UNDER A VACUUM
  • Start/end date of marketing From 10/06/2023 to 10/21/2023
  • Storage temperature Product to keep in the refrigerator
  • Health mark FR64.422.003CE
  • Geographical sales area ACCOUS – OLORON – PAU – ORTHEZ
  • Distributors NETTO OLORON – INTERMARCHE ACCOUS – U EXPRESS OGEU – VIVAL LASSEUBE – CASINO ORTHEZ – BUTCHERIE VHB OLORON – BUTCHERIE VHB MONEIN – BUTCHERIE VHB PAU

Germany – Thuringian Knackwurst with garlic – Listeria monocytogenes

LMW

Alert type: Groceries
Date of first publication:

October 20, 2023

Product name:

Thuringian Knackwurst with garlic

Product images:

Sausage packed.jpg
Sausage loose.jpg
Manufacturer (distributor):

Meininger sausage specialties from Thuringia GmbH An der Winde 13 – 14 98617 Meiningen

Reason for warning:

Listeria monocytogenes – bacteria

Packaging Unit: 300g
Durability: Best before November 14th, 2023
Production date: September 12, 2023
Lot identification:

348

Additional Information:

The company Meininger Wurstspezialitäten aus Thüringen GmbH is carrying out a voluntary recall for reasons of preventive consumer protection.

Sales period for loose goods at the service counter: September 18, 2023 – October 19, 2023

Best before date of the packaged goods: October 26, 2023

                                              November 1, 2023

                                              November 14, 2023

Sales took place in the federal states of Bavaria, Hesse and Thuringia by the Kaufland company, in Thuringia in REWE branches and in branches of Meininger Wurstspezialitäten aus Thüringen GmbH.

Packaged goods were distributed to recipients in Brandenburg, Saxony and Thuringia.

Manufacturer’s homepage:

USA -Greenhead Lobster Products Recalls Frozen Cooked Lobster Products Because of Possible Health Risk – Listeria monocytogenes

FDA

Label for Greenhead Lobster Fresh Cooked Claw and Knuckle Meat, Refrigerated

Company Announcement

BUCKSPORT – Greenhead Lobster Products is voluntarily recalling all frozen and refrigerated cooked lobster meat products produced from May 9, 2023, through October 19, 2023, due to the potential for the product to be contaminated by Listeria monocytogenes.

Although none of the recalled product has tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes, the recall is being conducted based on the presence of the organism in the processing environment. No other Greenhead Lobster retail products are impacted by this recall, including raw products.

The recalled product, Greenhead Lobster Fresh Cooked Lobster Meat was sold frozen or refrigerated in packages ranging from 1 to 2 lbs. or in cases up to 12 lbs. and can be identified with “best if used by” dates ranging from May 9th, 2025, to October 12th, 2025, for frozen product, and May 27th, 2023, to October 30th, 2023, for refrigerated product. The “best if used by” date is located on the white label on the front of the package. Products under recall are listed in the accompanying table.

Products were directly distributed to Maine and New Hampshire and then sold nationwide through wholesale distributers and online via e-commerce.

No illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall, to date.