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Israel – Recall in the tahini brand El Erez in light of suspicion of the presence of Salmonella

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טחינה אל ארז / צילום: שני מוזס, גלובס

Recall in the tahini brand El Erez in light of suspicion of the presence of Salmonella.

Click to access RCL_21022021.pdf

Italy – STRACCHINO Colli di S. Fermo – Raw milk cheese – Listeria monocytogenes

Salute

Brand : AZIENDA AGRICOLA E AGRITURISMO S. ANTONIO – GRONE (BG)

Name : STRACCHINO Colli di S. Fermo – Raw milk cheese

Reason for reporting : Recall due to microbiological risk

Publication date : 25 February 2021

Documentation

Spain – Enniatins, mycotoxins of emerging interest

ACSA

Molecular structure of enniatins

Origin and chemical structure

Enniatins (ENN) are a group of emerging mycotoxins produced by species of the genus Fusarium. They have a cyclic hexadepsipeptide structure that has three d-2 hydrocarboxylic amino acids and three N-methylamino amino acids linked alternately.

Enniatins have been found predominantly in cereal grains, such as barley, corn, oats, wheat, and rice, but they have also been found in nuts, dried fruit, bananas, Chinese medicinal herbs, and river water. Up to 29 natural analogs of enniatins are known, but only seven (A, A1, A2, B, B1, B2 and B3) have been detected in cereals and their derivatives, and enniatins A, A1, B and B1 are the findings most frequently in food and feed.

Table Functional groups that occupy the R positions in the figure and that determine enniatin.

Enniatina R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 R6
TO sec -butyl sec -butyl sec -butyl CH3 CH3 CH3
A1 iso- propyl sec -butyl sec -butyl CH3 CH3 CH3
A2 iso- propyl sec -butyl iso- propyl CH3 CH3 CH3
B iso- propyl iso- propyl iso- propyl CH3 CH3 CH3
B1 iso- propyl iso- propyl sec -butyl CH3 CH3 CH3
B2 iso- propyl iso- propyl iso- propyl H CH3 CH3
B3 iso- propyl iso- propyl iso- propyl H H CH3
B4 iso- propyl iso- propyl iso -butyl CH3 CH3 CH3
Beauvericin benzyl benzyl benzyl CH3 CH3 CH3

Since they originate from the same fungal species, enniatins are found concomitantly in food with other Fusarium mycotoxins , such as deoxynivalenol, moniliformin and fumonisins, and especially with beauvericin, another mycotoxin of emerging interest, since, in addition, it also shares the hexadipepsidic structure. This coincidence of origin and structural means that beauvericin is grouped analytically and toxicologically with the enniatins. Furthermore, analytical data show a high concomitance between enniatins and beauvericin in cereal grains.

Canada – Notice not to consume salmon packaged in glass jars, manufactured and sold by the company Poissonnerie de l’Île

MAPAQ

The MAPAQ, in collaboration with the company Poissonnerie de l’Île, located at 224, boulevard Perron Est, in Saint-Siméon , is warning the population not to consume the product indicated in the table below. below, because it was not prepared and packaged in such a way as to ensure its safety . 

Product name Format Targeted lot
“Canned salmon in a jar”
250 ml
500 ml
Units sold until February 18, 2021

The product that is the subject of this warning was offered for sale until February 18, 2021 inclusively , and only at the establishment designated above. The product was packaged in mason-type glass jars and sold at room temperature.

The operator is voluntarily recalling the product in question. He agreed with MAPAQ to disseminate this warning as a precautionary measure. Persons who have this product in their possession are advised not to consume it. They must either return it to the establishment where they bought it or throw it away. Even if the affected product does not show any signs of spoilage or a suspicious odor, consuming it may represent a risk to health. It should be noted that no case of illness associated with the consumption of this food has been reported to MAPAQ so far.

Additional information

Media relations
Communications
Department Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries
and Food
Tel. : 418 380-2100, extension 3512
www.mapaq.gouv.qc.ca

Product (s)

USA – FDA – Enforcement Report – Week of February 17, 2021

FDA

Product Description:
“LAVVA Blueberry Dairy Free Pili Nut Yogurt. NO SUGAR ADDED. NET WT 5.3OZ (150g) ***KEEP REFRIGERATED***DISTRIBUTED BY EVR FOODS INC. NEW YORK, NY 10010″
Reason for Recall:
Product may contain mold.
Product Quantity:
” 806 cases (9,672 units)
Recall Number:
F-0287-2021
Code Information:
Unit UPC: 00860149001739 Case UPC: 10860149001736 Best By: 2/21/21
Classification:
Class II

Product Description:
Butternut Veggie Spirals Tray, Keep Refrigerated, NET WT 9.5oz (269g)
Reason for Recall:
Butternut Squash products potentially contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Product Quantity:
3,570 cases
Recall Number:
F-0281-2021
Code Information:
Run No./Use by Date: 1222496F/ 1/13/2021, 1222747F/ 1/14/2021, 1222831F/ 1/15/2021, 1222851F/ 1/16/2021, 1222959F/ 1/17/2021, 1223108F/ 1/18/2021, 1223145F/ 1/19/2021, and 1223223F/ 1/20/2021.

Product Description:
Butternut Cubed Butternut Tray, Keep Refrigerated, NET WT 13oz (368g)
Reason for Recall:
Butternut Squash products potentially contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Product Quantity:
7,111 cases
Recall Number:
F-0282-2021
Code Information:
Run No./Use by Date: 1222496F/ 1/13/2021, 1222747F/ 1/14/2021, 1222831F/ 1/15/2021, 1222851F/ 1/16/2021, 1222959F/ 1/17/2021, 1223108F/ 1/18/2021, 1223145F/ 1/19/2021, and 1223223F/ 1/20/2021.
Classification:
Class II

Product Description:
Butternut Squash Tray, Keep Refrigerated, NET WT 12oz (341g)
Reason for Recall:
Butternut Squash products potentially contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Product Quantity:
359 cases
Recall Number:
F-0283-2021
Code Information:
Run No./Use by Date: 1222496F/ 1/15/2021, 1222747F/ 1/16/2021, 1222959F/ 1/19/2021, and 1223223F/ 1/22/2021.
Classification:
Class II

Product Description:
Reese Bearnaise Sauce packaged in glass jars 7.5 oz UPC: 7067060109
Reason for Recall:
Reports of compromised vacuum seal and product expansion which may lead to growth of microorganisms
Product Quantity:
653 cases (12 packages per case)
Recall Number:
F-0277-2021
Code Information:
Best by 11/13/2022
Classification:
Class II

Product Description:
Reese Hollandaise Sauce packaged in glass jars 7.5 oz UPC: 7067060108
Reason for Recall:
Reports of compromised vacuum seal and product expansion which may lead to growth of microorganisms
Product Quantity:
1600 cases (12 packages per case)
Recall Number:
F-0278-2021
Code Information:
Best by 11/16/2022
Classification:
Class II

Product Description:
Butternut Squash Bag, 5 lbs
Reason for Recall:
Butternut Squash products potentially contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Product Quantity:
155 cases
Recall Number:
F-0285-2021
Code Information:
Run No./Use by Date: 1222496F/ 1/13/2021, 1222831F/ 1/15/2021, 1223108F/ 1/18/2021, and 1223198F/1/20/2021.
Classification:
Class II

Belgium – Ringworst & Droge worst (dry sausages) of Vleeswaren cd brand – Listeria monocytogenes

AFSCA

Finartes Recall nv
Products: Ringworst & Droge worst (dry sausages) of Vleeswaren cd brand.
Problem: Possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes.


In agreement with the AFSCA, Finartes is withdrawing the “Ringworst” and “Droge worst” dry sausages from sale and is recalling them to consumers because of the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes.

Finartes asks its customers not to consume these products and to bring them back to the point of sale where they were purchased.

Product description
– Product name: Ringworst – droge worst
– Brand: Vleeswaren cd
– Use by date (DLC) (“To be consumed until”): 03/30/2021
– Lot number: 21041
– Sales period : from 3/02/2021 to 9/02/2021
– Type of packaging: plastic packaging in a protective atmosphere
– Weight: Ringworst 245 grams (1 piece) – worst droge 245 grams (5 pieces)

The product was sold via:
– DB-center nv – Sint-Andreaslaan 20, 8730 Beernem.
– Vandewoestyne bvba – Veldestraat 86, 9850 Merendree.

For any further information , contact:
Cederik Decorte
info@finartes.be

USA – CORE Investigation Table – Updates

FDA

FDA

12/23/2020

11

Salmonella Potsdam

Not Yet Identified

1/13/2021

10

Salmonella Miami

Not Yet Identified

2/17/2021

14

E. coli O157:H7

Not Yet Identified

2/17/2021

15

Listeria monocytogenes

Hispanic-style fresh and soft cheese

 

Belgium – Zena brand “Moringa powder” flavor enhancer (powder) -Salmonella

AFSCA

AFSCA recall
Product: Zena brand “Moringa powder” flavor enhancer (powder).
Problem: possible presence of Salmonella.


The AFSCA is today recalling consumers of the flavor enhancer (powder) “Moringa powder” of the Zena brand (100g).
The AFSCA asks not to consume this product and to contact the point of sale through which it was purchased.

Product Description

– Product: Moringa powder
– Brand: Zena
– Expiry date (DDM): 31-12-2023
– Bar code: 6044000063713
– Weight: 100g

This product was sold through various stores in Belgium:

SHABANI JUMA (LEOPOLDSTRAAT 25, 2850 BOOM)
X-SPEED SPRL (CH. PAUL HOUTART 281, 7110 HOUDENG-GOEGNIES)
ISS DELIVERY EXPRESS (CH. DE WAVRE 118, 1082 S. AGATHA BERCHEM)
SHOP 20 (RUE ROPSY CHAUDRON 20, 1070 ANDERLECHT)
OSS GROUP SRL (R. ROPSY CHAUDRON 21, 1070 ANDERLECHT)
KAALA (RUE DU BATEAU 40, 1080 S. JANS MOLENBEEK)
GANJESHA (JP MINCKELERSTRAAT 23, 3000 LEUVEN)
BVREE (SINT BERNARDSSTEENWEG 594, 2660 HOBOKEN)
UNIMAX SPRL (R. ROPSY CHAUDRON 37, 1070 ANDERLECHT)
SHOP 20 (RUE ROPSY CHAUDRON 20, 1070 ANDERLECHT)
ROMEO SUNUMARKET (DAMBRUGGESTRAAT 150, 2060 ANTWERPEN)
MASTER BUSINESS BV (RESEARCHDREEF 59, 10170 ANDERLECHT)
HANSKIN SPRL (BLD DU MIDI, 98, 1000 BRUSSELS)
JAMIL CHOUDRY (DAMBRUGGESTRAAT 240, 2060
ANTWERP ) JESTINA (BREDABAAN 427, 2170, MERKSEM)
RUSHA BVBALE 63 (PLANITIN EN MORETUSVERS 2018) )
SIMRAN ASIAN & AFRO FOODS (RUE DE PONT 39, 4000 LIEGE)
SPRL KHALSA SARWAN SINGH (CHAUSSEE DE NEERSTALLE 21, 1190 FOREST)
SUNSHINE AFRICAN FOODS (RUE DE L’ARGONNE 12, 1060 SAINT-GILLES)

It is possible that this product recall is still subject to updates. If you consume this type of product, check this page or our social networks regularly.

For any further information, you can contact the AFSCA contact point for consumers: 0800 / 13.550 or pointdecontact@afsca.be .

Netherlands – Important Safety Warning Zena Moringa powder from Unidex – Salmonella

NVWA

Zena Moringa powder

Unidex cautions against consuming Zena Moringa powder as salmonella has been found in the product.

It concerns packaging of 100 grams with an expiry date of 31 December 2023.

See also Website Unidex

Belgium – Marigold – ‘GROUND EGUSI’ melon seeds (80g, 160g and 500g) – Aflatoxin

AFSCA

Recall of Marigold
Product: ‘GROUND EGUSI’ melon seeds (80g, 160g and 500g) of the MARIGOLD brand.
Problem: too high aflatoxin content.
In agreement with the AFSCA, MARIGOLD is withdrawing from sale the ‘GROUND EGUSI’ melon seeds (80g, 160g and 500g) of the MARIGOLD brand and is recalling this product to consumers because of an excessively high aflatoxin content.

MARIGOLD 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 reimbursed.

Product description

• Product name: GROUND EGUSI (melon seeds)
• Brand: MARIGOLD
• Expiry date (DDM): 12/2021
• Lots: 280520/01 – 231020/02 – 230920/02 – 231120/03
• Packaging : transparent plastic jar
• Weight: 80g, 160g and 500g

For any further information, contact MARIGOLD: emmajufo@gmail.com