Recalls and Alerts: June 3–4, 2021

Here is today’s list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals, allergy alerts and miscellaneous compliance issues. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.

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United States

Food Safety Recall Expansion: Banner Smoked Fish, Inc. recalls all package sizes, all lots, all package types and all packages within expiry dates, including SMOKED FISH, SALADS, PICKLED FISH PRODUCTS, and CREAM SAUCE PRODUCTS, due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Food Safety Recall: Olde Thompson LLC recalls Olde Thompson Organic Ground Coriander (1.5 oz; Lots 23632, 23631) and Sun Harvest Organic Ground Coriander (1.5 oz; Lots 23632, 23631) due to potential Salmonella contamination.

Pet Food Safety Recall: Sunshine Mills, Inc. recalls specific lot codes and package sizes of Sportsman’s Pride Professional Formula 30/20 Dog Food, Sprout Sporting Dog Food, Intimidator Chicken & Rice Formula Dog Food 30/20, and FRM Gold Select High Performance Dog Food, due to potential Salmonella contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected batch codes and package sizes.

Canada

Allergy Alert: Midland Food Products Inc. recalls Triple Crown brand Frozen black tiger shrimp raw E-Z peel headless shell-on, 26/30 (680g; Batch code 03/07/20; UPC 0 64048 85007 2) due to undeclared sulphites.

Allergy Alert: Searay Foods Inc. recalls Searay brand Thailand Black Tiger Shrimp Size 31-40 (454g and 20 x 454g; Lot 2008312THL; Best before 2022/09/21) due to undeclared sulphites.

Food Safety Recall: Gaétan Desmarais et Fils recalls four smoked fish products because the items were not stored in a freezer up to the time of purchase and may represent a food safety hazard. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Europe

Allergy Alert (Belgium): Industry recalls LYO brand Mexican Style scrambled eggs (Lots L156 01, L106 01 & L109 01; Expiration date 18/03/2024) due to undeclared gluten.

Allergy Alert (Denmark): Coop Danmark recalls Irmas Økologisk Cashewnøddesmør / Irma’s Organic Cashew Butter (170g) due to undeclared almonds.

Allergy Alert (Finland): Atria Suomi Oyj recalls Atria Kunnon Arki Kermainen Kanakastike ja Riisi / Chicken sauce with rice (300g; Use by 14.6.2021) due to undeclared wheat.

Allergy Alert (UK): Novo Farina recalls Simpleas Lightly Salted Pea Snack (23g; Batch code 028 21; Best before 28 January 2022) due to undeclared gluten (barley, oats, wheat).

Allergy Alert (UK): Eat Real recalls multiple products due to undeclared milk. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Allergy Alert (UK): TJ Morris Ltd recalls Choco Dippers (10 x 14g; All batch codes and Best before dates) due to undeclared peanuts.

Food Safety Recall (Belgium): The Family Butchers recalls Reinert brand Bärchen wurst / Little Bear sausage for children (115g; All Use by dates up to and including 25/06/2021) due to foreign matter (metal fragments) contamination.

Food Safety Recall (Denmark): Salling Group and Lidl Danmark recall Lille Bjørn Kalkun-Kylling Mortadella / Lttle Bear Turkey-chicken mortadella (80g & 115g; All Best before dates up to and including 01.07.2021) due to foreign matter (metal dust) contamination.

Food Safety Recall Update (Denmark): Industry recalls Little Bear Mortadella, sliced (80g & 115g; All Best before dates up to and including 05.07.2021) due to foreign matter (metal dust) contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): Auchan supermarché Aulnoye Aymeries recalls VIANDE DE BOEUF HACHEE PREPAREE A LA DEMANDE / Ground beef prepared to order (Variable weight; Sold between 28/05/2021 and 03/06/2021) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): BERRY DISTRIBUTION recalls Rillettes de canard / Duck rillettes (Lot #21910; Use by 08/06/2021) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): SN BRUDIS recalls MAISON CLEMENS brand CHIPOLATAS VIANDE DE PORC FRANCAISE / Chipolatas made with French pork (1.86 kg; Lot #21151607; Use by 28/04/2021) due to Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): Boucherie Charcuterie Traiteur Herrmann recalls Charcuterie Herrmann brand Charcuterie coupée / sliced deli meat (Lot #T1146023; Use by 10/06/2021) due to potential Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): SCEA FRANCOIS recalls Terrine de pâté de viande / Meat pâté, Terrine d’oie / Goose terrine, Roti de porc en gelé / Jellied roast pork, and Pâté au Maroilles (All lots) due to improper sterilization.

Food Safety Recall (France): AUCHAN NOYELLES GODAULT recalls VIANDE DE CHEVAL HACHEE PREPAREE A LA DEMANDE / Ground horse meat prepared to order (Variable weight; Sold between 26/05/2021 and 02/06/2021) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): CABROL LA SALVETAT recalls CABROL LA SALVETAT Saucisse sèche de foie / Dry liver sausage (~250g; Lot #10; Best before 29/04/2021, 07/05/2021, 01/05/2021, 09/05/2021) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): Fromagerie Du Pré Verdot recalls Fromage blanc au lait cru / White raw milk cheese (Use by 13/06/2021), and Crème crue / Raw cream (25 cL; Use by 16/06/2021) due to microbial contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): Auchan recalls AUCHAN CHORIZO EXTRA FORT (225G; Lot 143303; Best before 14/09/2021) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Food Safety Recall (Germany): The Family Butchers Germany GmbH recalls Reinert Bärchen Wurst / Little Bear sausage (90g & 115g; Use by dates up to and including 05.07.2021) and Reinert Bärchen Geflügel Wurst / Little Bear poultry sausage (90g & 115g; Use by dates up to and including 01.07.2021) due to foreign matter (metal dust) contamination.

Food Safety Recall (Ireland): Manufacturer recalls Reinert Teddy Bear Sausage – 8 cooked pork sausage slices (90g and 115g; All use-by dates up to 05/07/21; Product of Germany) due to foreign matter (metal dust) contamination.

Food Safety Recall (Luxembourg): The Family Butchers recalls Reinert Bärchen Wurst / cooked sausage (115g; Use by 25/06/2021) due to foreign matter (metal dust) contamination.

Food Safety Recall (Romania): Cora recalls MORTADELA MARTINEL (90g; Use by (Lot no.) 22.06.2021 ( lot 4478815) / 25.06.2021 ( lot 4482325)/ 28.06.2021 ( lot 4483174)) and MORTADELLA DIN CARNE PASARE MARTINEL (90g; Lot #4483114; Use by 28.06.2021) due to foreign matter (metal dust) contamination.

Food Safety Recall (Romania): CARREFOUR ROMÂNIA S.A. recalls MARTINEL MORTADELLA (90g; Lot 4478815; Use by 22.06.21) due to foreign matter (metal dust) contamination.

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Australia and New Zealand

Food Safety Recall (Australia): Metcash Trading Ltd recalls Community Co Cookies & Cream Ice Cream (1 L; Best before 09 MARCH 2023) due to foreign matter (rubber) contamination.

Sunshine Mills dog foods recalled due to Salmonella

Sunshine Mills, Inc. is recalling several dry dog foods, because the products may be contaminated with Salmonella, according to a recall notice posted on the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) website.

The recall was initiated after the Minnesota Department of Agriculture reported finding Salmonella in a 5-lb bag of Sprout Sporting Dog Food, collected and analyzed as part of a routine surveillance program.

The recall

Sportsman’s Pride Professional Formula 30/20 Dog Food, 40-lb bag:- Lot TI1 07/Oct/2020; Best if used by 7 Oct 2021; UPC 7015510184; Distributed in MS, FL, TN, LA, VA, NC, TX
Sprout Sporting Dog Food, 5-lb bag:- Lot TE1 06/Oct/2020; Best if used by 6 Oct 2021; UPC 7015505101; Distributed in MN, WI, IA, SD, ND
Sprout Sporting Dog Food, 40-lb bag:- Lot TI3 06/Oct/2020; Best if used by 6 Oct 2021; UPC 7015505100; Distributed in MN, WI, IA, SD, ND
Intimidator Chicken & Rice Formula Dog Food 30/20, 16-lb bag:- Lot TA1 06/Oct/2020; Best if used by 6 Oct 2021; UPC 7015541002; Distributed in TX, MS, FL, AL
Intimidator Chicken & Rice Formula Dog Food 30/20, 40-lb bag:- Lot TA1 06/Oct/2020; Best if used by 6 Oct 2021; UPC 5216631214; Distributed in TX, MS, FL, AL
FRM Gold Select High Performance Dog Food, 50-lb bag:- Lot TA1 06/Oct/2020; Best if used by 6 Oct 2021; UPC 1549905873; Distributed in GA, FL

The lot code and “Best if used by” date can be found on the back of the package.

All of the recalled products were distributed through Fleet Wholesale Supply Company, which is headquartered in Clintonville, WI. The products were distributed online and through retail stores.

The background

This is the second Salmonella-related recall in less than a year involving a Sunshine Mills product.

In August 2020, the company recalled multiple production lots of Nature’s Menu® Super Premium Dog Food with a Blend of Real Chicken & Quail after the Georgia Department of Agriculture reported finding Salmonella in a sample collected and tested under a routine surveillance program.

In September and October 2020, the company recalled multiple brands of pet food products after high levels of aflatoxin were reported in some of the products.

Earlier in the same year, in March 2020, Sunshine recalled several brands of dry dog food due to elevated levels of vitamin D.

What consumers should know

Pets can become infected with Salmonella as a result of eating a contaminated pet food, and display symptoms that may include lethargy, decreased appetite, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting.
Not all infected pets will display symptoms; however, an infected pet may shed Salmonella in its stool, even if asymptomatic.
People can become infected as a result of handling a contaminated food or an infected pet. Symptoms of Salmonella infection in humans may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms.
If you or a household member exhibits symptoms of Salmonella infection, contact your healthcare provider.
If your pet has consumed one of the recalled products and exhibits symptoms of Salmonella infection, consult your veterinarian.
FDA encourages consumers to report incidents of pet illness involving commercial pet foods. Instructions on how to report these incidents are available on the FDA website at How to Report a Pet Food Complaint.

Recalls and Alerts: May 20–22, 2021

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United States

OUTBREAK INVESTIGATION: CDC reports outbreaks of Salmonella infections linked to contact with backyard poultry in 43 states. As of May 20, 2021, at least 163 people have fallen ill and 34 have been hospitalized as a result of infection with one of three different Salmonella serotypes: Enteritidis, Hadar and Infantis.

Allergy Alert: Primary Colors Design Corp recalls Peppa Pig Chocolate Chip Cookie Gable Box (7 oz; Lot code 091820; Expiration date 09/18/2021) due to undeclared egg.

Food Safety Recall: Milan Provisions Co. Inc. recalls approximately 6,000 pounds of heat-treated, not fully cooked, not shelf stable chorizo sausage products made using a pork ingredient produced without the benefit of federal inspection. Please refer to the recall notice for detailed information on the affected product.

Food Safety Recall: Interstate Food Products recalls Little Hatches Jalapeno Cream Cheese (14 oz; Sell by 05/21) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Food Safety Recall: Otten’s Seafood Inc. recalls approximately 46,804 pounds of Siluriformes fish (catfish) because the products were produced, packed, and distributed without the benefit of federal inspection. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Food Safety Recall: Randall Foods, Inc. recalls all Randall-brand beans because of manufacturing deviations that may pose a potential health risk. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Pet Food Safety Recall: Natural Balance Pet Foods, Inc. recalls Natural Balance L.I.D. Limited Ingredient Diets Green Pea & Chicken Formula Dry Cat Food (5-lb and 10-lb bags; Best if used by 10-Mar-2022; Lot code 1008080 06:42N811202:20) due to Salmonella contamination.

Canada

Food Safety Recall: L’Archipel recalls POTAGE DELICATAZEN soup (490-ml glass jars; Sold up to and including 14 May 2021) because of improper packaging that could result in a food safety hazard.

Food Safety Recall: Produits Africa recalls SAUCE MBAMBI — EXTRA-FORTE/ Extra-strong Mbambi sauce (110 ml and 250 ml; Sold up to and including 18 May 2021) because of improper packaging that could result in a food safety hazard

Europe

OUTBREAK INVESTIGATION (Norway): The Norwegian Institute of Public Health is investigating an outbreak of 15 cases of Yersinia enterocolitica O3 infections scattered across several different counties. A common food source is suspected, but has not yet been found.

Allergy Alert Update (Belgium): Industry recalls Sau Tao brand Amoy Bean Strip noodles (Expiration dates 01/03/2022, 15/03/2022 & 21/06/2022) due to undeclared soy.

Allergy Alert (Belgium): Cosmofarma recalls various flavors of 4Gold brand Plant-based protein bars (52g; Lots 4G01001, 4G01002, 4G01004, 4G01005, 4G01006; Best by 15/06/2021) due to undeclared wheat. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected flavors.

Allergy Alert (France): SOCIETE DE DISTRIBUTION DU PAYS DE RETZ E.LECLERC ATOUT SUD recalls OLIVES HALKIDIKI FARCIES AIL ET PIMENT / Halkidiki olives stuffed with garlic and hot peppers (Use by 26/05/2021 and 03/06/2021) due to undeclared almonds.

Allergy Alert (France): EUROPE SNACKS ALDI recalls Pirato brand TUILES APERITIVES, Paprika (170g; Lot XFE119; Best before 27/01/2022) due to potential for undeclared gluten.

Allergy Alert (Germany): Ciloglu Handels GmbH recalls KAVALA KURABIYE KEKSE MIT MANDELN / Almond cookies (290g; Best before 07.09.2021; 20.09.2021; 15.10.2021; 14.11.2021; 19.01.2022; 01.03.2022; 17.03.2022) due to risk of undeclared peanuts and hazelnuts.

Allergy Alert (Ireland): Industry recalls Sau Tao Amoy Bean Strip Noodles (250g; Best before 01/03/2022; 15/3/2022 and any other best before dates where soya is not declared) due to undeclared soy.

Allergy Alert Update (Luxembourg): Industry recalls Sau Tao brand Amoy Bean Strip noodles (Expiration dates 01/03/2022, 15/03/2022 & 21/06/2022) due to undeclared soy.

Allergy Alert (Netherlands): Albert Heijn recalls AH 100% notenpasta amandel / 100% almond nut butter (Expiration date 31-07-2021) due to undeclared peanuts.

Allergy Alert (UK): Waitrose recalls Waitrose Chicken Kofta Kebabs with Spicy Zhoug (110g; Use by 27 May 2021) due to undeclared milk.

Allergy Alert Update (UK): Novo Farina Ltd. recalls Simpleas Sea Salt and Balsamic Vinegar Pea Snacks (23g; Batch code 119 21; Best before 29 April 2022) due to undeclared gluten (barley, oats, wheat).

Food Safety Recall (Belgium): Capra N.V. recalls fromage de chèvre affiné (différentes marques) / various brands of aged goat-milk cheese due to possible foreign matter (pieces of plastic) contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Food Safety Recall (Belgium): Jumbo recalls Jumbo Geitenkaas Gerijpt goat cheese (120-150g; Expiration dates from 22/05/2021 to 27/05/2021) due to possible foreign matter (pieces of plastic) contamination.

Food Safety Recall (Denmark): Carmo Food Nordic A / S recalls Soy-marinated salmon pieces (200g; Lot #12018; Best before 25.05.2021) due to swelling of the packages, which represents a food safety hazard.

Food Safety Recall (Denmark): Natural milk AMBA recalls several organic whipped cream products due to foreign matter (black flakes) contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Food Safety Recall (France): EARL DE VILLIERS recalls EARL DE VILLIERS brand Fresh and aged goat cheeses (All lots manufactured from 20/03/2021 onward) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Food Safety Recall (France): LA MONTGOLFIERE SAS LAMONTGOLFIERE recalls Kermene brand JAMBON CUIT SUPERIEUR AVEC COUENNE / Superior cooked ham with rind (Lot #114008387; Use by 07/07/ 2021) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): Carrefour recalls CAMPO TIERRA brand CHORIZO SARTA PIQUANT / Spicy chorizo sarta sausage (280g; Lot #1021; Use by 26/09/2021) due to Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): MOCKERS MARIE-PAULE LA P’TITE GRAINE recalls Okoland brand DELIKATESS GEFLUGELWIENER / wieners (Expiration date 09/07/2021) due to a packaging defect.

Food Safety Recall (France): DENIR INTERMARCHE recalls Farce porc boeuf / Pork-and-beef stuffing (Use by 08/05/2021) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Food Safety Recall Update (Ireland): Greggs Bakers Ltd. recalls additional best before dates of Vegetable Bakes (2 pack / 310g; Best before 19/06/21; 27/06/21; 04/07/21; 05/07/21; 25/07/21 and 31/07/21; Product of UK) due to foreign matter (pieces of green glass) contamination.

Food Safety Recall (UK): From Our Farm recalls multiple flavours of Biltong Beef Snack due to a packaging defect that could result in presence of mold. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Food Safety Recall Update (UK): Greggs recalls additional best before dates of Vegetable Bakes (2 pack / 310g; Best before 26 September 2021, 12 September 2021, 11 September 2021, 28 August 2021, 15 August 2021, 31 July 2021, 25 July 2021, 5 July 2021, 4 July 2021, 27 June 2021 and 19 June 2021) due to foreign matter (pieces of green glass) contamination.