Category Archives: Food Toxin

Canada – Mother Dairy brand Paneer Fresh Cheese recalled due to generic E. coli

CFIA

Summary

Product
Paneer Fresh Cheese
Issue
Food – Microbial Contamination – E. Coli – non-pathogenic
What to do

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

Audience
Retail

Affected products

Issue

Mother Dairy brand Paneer Fresh Cheese recalled due to generic E. coli.

The recalled products have been sold in Alberta and Ontario.

Singapore – SFA recalls My Mum’s Cookies Premium Mao Shan Wang Snowskin Mooncake (Vegan) due to presence of E.Coli

SFA

The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has detected Escherichia coli (E. Coli),at levels exceeding the microbial limits for Ready-To-Eat (RTE) food stated in the Singapore Food Regulations, in My Mum’s Cookies Premium Mao Shan Wang Snowskin Mooncake (Vegan).
2 As a precautionary measure, SFA has directed the importer, Easy Mix Pte. Ltd, to recall the implicated product. The recall is ongoing.
3 Under the Singapore Food Regulations, a person must not import, sell, manufacture or produce for sale, any article of RTE food that does not comply with any relevant microbiological standard specified in the Eleventh Schedule.
4 E. coli is a bacteria that is normally found in the intestines of people and animals. While most species of E. coli are harmless, some types can cause diarrhoea, stomach pain, cramps and fever. Vulnerable individuals with weakened immune systems may experience more severe symptoms. Foodborne pathogens like E. coli can be introduced during the production process when cross-contamination occurs, particularly when good hand hygiene is not practised.
5Consumers who have purchased the affected product should not consume it. Those that have consumed the implicated product and have concerns about their health should seek medical advice. Consumers can contact their point of purchase for enquiries.
6More information on the safety of mooncakes can be found here: https://www.sfa.gov.sg/food-information/risk-at-a-glance/safety-of-mooncakes

Canada – 4 In. Split Top Brioche Style Buns recalled due to potential presence of dangerous bacteria and Cronobacter sakazakii

CFIA

Summary

Product
4 In. Split Top Brioche Style Bun
Issue
Food – Microbial Contamination – Clostridium botulinum
Food – Microbial Contamination – Other
What to do

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

Audience
Hotels, restaurants and institutions

Affected products

Issue

No brand 4 In. Split Top Brioche Style Buns recalled due to potential presence of Clostridium botulinum and Cronobacter sakazakii.

The recalled product has been sold in Ontario.

Piantedosi Baking Company, Inc. Issues Voluntary Recall Due to the Recall of a Raw Material from Lyons Magnus – Clostridium botulinum/Cronobacter sakazakii

FDA

Label – Piantedosi C-88, Finger Roll, Net Wt: 12, Case Count: 8/24pk,  Label – Piantedosi C-96, Small Soft Dinner Roll No Seed, Net Wt: 12.00, Case Count: 8/24pk

MALDEN, MA Aug. 25, 2022: Out of an abundance of caution, Piantedosi Baking Company, Inc. is voluntarily recalling select dinner rolls, sandwich rolls and bun products listed below that were used in limited products made between March 21,2022 and April 25, 2022, following the expanded Lyons Magnus recall dated August 10, 2022 recall of a raw material (FDA publish date August 16, 2022), used in limited production of dinner rolls, sandwich rolls and bun products from the manufacturer of Golden Gloss glaze (Lyons Magnus).  Lyons Magnus is recalling this raw material due to the potential for it to cause microbial contamination, including the organisms Cronobacter sakazakii and/or Clostridium botulinum.   While no illnesses associated with Piantedosi Baking Company, Inc. bread products have been reported and no pathogens have been found in Piantedosi Baking Company, Inc. products to date, this voluntary recall is being conducted out of an abundance of caution to ensure customer safety.

This recall does not impact any other Piantedosi Baking Company, Inc. products, as no other products were produced with this raw material from Lyons Magnus.

We advise that distributors and end users in possession of any of these Piantedosi dinner rolls, sandwich rolls and/or buns immediately examine your inventory for any of the affected lot codes and place any remaining products you may have on hold.  Cease further distribution of these affected products, and do not consume these affected products. Distributors and/or end users in possession of any of the affected product lots listed should contact your Piantedosi Baking Company, Inc. representative to coordinate return of the product and for replacement of product. In the event you do not have any of the affected lot codes in your inventory, please retain this notice in the event any of your customers and/or end users have any questions.

We advise that in the event any consumers are in possession of any of these affected Piantedosi dinner rolls, sandwich rolls and/or buns should dispose of the product.  Consumers can contact Piantedosi Baking Company, Inc. at 800-339-0080 x165, Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00pm ET, if they have any questions, or to request replacement product.

Czech Republic – Milbona SELECTION Wallnuss-Torte, soft – creamy cheese with walnuts – Mould/Mold

Potravinynapranyri

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Place of inspection:
Zlín ( Díly VI 5478, 760 01 Zlín )
ID: 26178541
Food group: Milk and milk products Cheese

Milbona SELECTION Wallnuss-Torte, soft – creamy cheese with walnuts
Category: Dangerous foods
Invalid parameter:

fungi visible to the eye

In some packages, the presence of mold colonies was detected under the packaging. Food is not considered safe if it shows signs of spoilage.

Unsuitable storage temperatures of this product were not detected during the inspection, the food did not have an expired minimum durability date.

Batch: L22
Best before date: 26/07/2022
Packaging: PP+label
Quantity of the product in the package: 0.157 kg
Producer: Jermi Käsewerk GmbH, D-88463 Laupheim, Germany
Date of sample collection: 7/14/2022
Reference number: 22-000311-SZPI-CZ
The sample was detected by the official control of the State Agricultural and Food Inspection.

Spain – Alert for the presence of Staphylococcal toxin in mushrooms fried in olive oil (Boletus edulis)

asca

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fried mushrooms

France – Rye and Honey Gingerbread – Mycotoxins – Ergot Alkaloids

Gov france

Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Cereals and baked goods
  • Product brand name Carrefour BIO
  • Model names or references Carrefour Organic Rye and Honey Gingerbread 300g
  • Identification of products
    GTIN Batch Date
    3560070478781 All lots Date of minimum durability 08/21/2022
    3560070478781 All lots Date of minimum durability 08/29/2022
    3560070478781 All lots Date of minimum durability 05/09/2022
    3560070478781 All lots Date of minimum durability 09/12/2022
    3560070478781 All lots Date of minimum durability 14/11/2022
    3560070478781 All lots Date of minimum durability 20/11/2022
    3560070478781 All lots Date of minimum durability 12/12/2022
    3560070478781 All lots Date of minimum durability 21/12/2022
    3560070478781 All lots Date of minimum durability 23/12/2022
  • Packaging300g bag
  • Marketing start/end date From 03/25/2022 to 08/23/2022
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored at room temperature
  • Geographic area of ​​sale Whole France
  • Distributors Crossroads

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall presence of alkaloids in rye flour used to make gingerbread

France – Thawed raw 60/80 shrimp – Vibrio vulnifcans

Gov france

Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Fishery and aquaculture products
  • Product brand name UNBRANDED
  • Model names or references Raw shrimp thawed in polystyrene box under ice 60/80 gauge
  • Identification of products
    GTIN Batch Date
    13760082432499 2222280043 2222290472 2222300361 2222300731 2222310957 2222340010 2222341169 2222350807 Use-by date between 08/24/2022 and 08/31/2022
  • Packaging2 kg polystyrene box with ice and intended for sale on the stall
  • Marketing start/end date From 08/16/2022 to 08/23/2022
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Health markFR62160112CE
  • Geographic area of ​​sale Whole France
  • Distributors Auchan / ATAC
  • List of points of saleList_of_customers_delivered_Auchan.pdf

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Presence of Vibrio vulnificus
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Vibrio vulnificus

France – RYE FLOUR T170 – Mycotoxin – Ergot Alkaloids

Gov france

Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Cereals and baked goods
  • Product brand name WAAST MILLS
  • Model names or references RYE FLOUR T170 IN 2 KG
  • Identification of products
    GTIN Batch Date
    3286450003489 0402220063 Best before date 02/10/2022
    3286450003489 0701220094 Best before date 04/09/2022
    3286450003489 2601220413 Best before date 09/23/2022
  • Packaging2KG
  • Marketing start/end date Since 07/01/2022
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored at room temperature
  • Geographic area of ​​sale NORTH OF FRANCE
  • Distributors AUCHAN NOYELLES MOULINS WAAST

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall risk of presence of ergot alkaloids at a concentration above the regulatory limit

France – BAMBOO SHOOTS – Clostridium botulinum

Gov france

Identification information of the recalled product
Product category
Feed
Product subcategory
Fruits and vegetables
Product brand name
WORLD
Model names or references
CUT BAMBOO SHOOTS 540 GR WHOLE BAMBOO SHOOTS 540 GR WHOLE BAMBOO SHOOTS 2950 GR
Identification of products
GTIN Batch Date
3379140506305 3502/01/041 540GR Use-by date 08/08/2024
3379140506374 3502/01/041 540GR Use-by date 08/08/2024
3379140506404 3502/01/041 2950 GR Use-by date 08/08/2024
Packaging
540 GR AND 2950 GR
Marketing start/end date
From 02/12/2021 to 08/08/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be stored at room temperature
Further information
GLOBE BRAND BAMBOO SHOOTS
Geographic area of ​​sale
Whole France
Distributors
PARIS AND GROCERY STORES
List of points of sale
List_of_stores.pdf
Practical information regarding the recall
Reason for recall
Unfit for consumption (Pathogens)
Risks incurred by the consumer
Clostridium botulinum (causative agent of botulism)