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
OUTBREAK ALERT:CDC reports 12 cases of E. coli O157:H7 infections in 6 states, with 5 people hospitalized due to the severity of their illness. The outbreak has been tentatively linked to consumption of Tanimura & Antle Romaine lettuce. The company initiated a recall after the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development discovered a positive sample as part of its routine testing program.
Canada
Allergy Alert: Tree of Life Canada ULC recalls Sharwood’s brand Tikka Curry Paste (255 ml; Expiry MAY 2021; UPC 7 56781 00292 3) due to undeclared mustard.
Food Safety Recall: Alimentation exotique de Montréal recalls multiple products prepared and packaged under conditions that may cause them to be unsafe to consume. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.
Food Safety Recall Update: Isagenix International LLC recalls certain Isagenix brand Isalean products due to overfortification with vitamins. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.
Europe
Allergy Alert (Germany): TerraSana recalls Buckwheat Noodles – Sweet Potato BIO (250 g; Best before 30-06-2022) due to undeclared gluten.
Allergy Alert (Ireland): FSAI alerts consumers that Meadow Fresh Vegan Coleslaw (200g; Use by 11/11/2020/; 12/11/2020; 13/11/2020; 14/11/2020; 15/11/2020; 16/11/2020; 17/11/2020 and 19/11/2020) contains undeclared egg.
Allergy Alert (Ireland): FSAI alerts consumers that McCabe’s Chocolate Arabica Beans (150g and 1.5kg; Produced between 01.09.20 and 09.11.20 inclusive) contains undeclared almonds.
Allergy Alert (Netherlands): Terrasana recalls Buckwheat Noodles – Sweet Potato BIO (250 g; Best before 30-06-2022) due to undeclared gluten.
Food Safety Recall (Belgium): Norenca nv recalls Bûches ardennaises (Lot 2045310; Best before 12/11/2020) due to possible Salmonella contamination.
Food Safety Recall (France): Reghalal recalls Reghalal brand Mini-nems de dinde / mini turkey rolls (260g; Lot 20/30; Best before 25/11/2020) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Food Safety Recall Update (Belgium): Industry recalls multipleBettine, Delhaize, Centurion et Carrefour fromages de chèvre / goat cheeses due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.
Food Safety Recall Update (Ireland): Industry recalls GAZi Yumak Örgü Peyniri – Fein geschnitterner Zopfkäse / cheese (200g; Best before 01.01.2021, 08.01.2021, 15.01.2021, 22.01.2021, 29.01.2021, 23.02.2021, 26.02.2021, 02.03.2021, 09.03.2021, 16.03.2021 and 23.03.2021) due to foreign matter (metal) contamination.
Food Safety Recall (Ireland): Dunlavin Dairy recalls all Dunlavin Dairy products (All lot codes and Best before dates), as they were produced in an unapproved establishment.
Food Safety Recall (Ireland): Nutricia recalls Aptamil Multigrain Banana and Berry Cereal 7+ months (200g; Best before 07 July 2021) due to foreign matter (small pieces of blue plastic) contamination.
Food Safety Recall (UK): Nutriciarecalls Aptamil Multigrain Banana and Berry Cereal 7+ months (200g; Best before 07 July 2021) due to foreign matter (small pieces of blue plastic) contamination.
Asia, Africa and the Pacific Islands
Food Safety Recall (Hong Kong): Suntory Beverage & Food Hong Kong Limited recalls Ribena brand Blackcurrant Fruit Cordial Bottles (1 Litre; Best before August 17, 2021 to October 16, 2021; Product of Malaysia) due to changes in the appearance and taste of the product prior to the expiration date.
Australia and New Zealand
Allergy Alert (Australia): JIL GROUP PTY LTD recalls Fit-Lato Lemon Meringue Gelato (473 ml; Best before 16.08.2021, 06.10.2021) due to undeclared egg.
Allergy Alert (Australia): Ozganics Australia Pty Ltd recalls Pete Evans Healthy Everyday Jamaican Simmer Sauce (330g; Batch code 19220676/1; Best before 10/07/2022) due to undeclared fish.
Food Safety Recall (New Zealand): HelloFresh New Zealand Ltd recalls HelloFresh brand Trevally Fillets (280g & 560g; Use by 10.11.2020, 11.11.2020, 12.11.2020, and 13.11.2020) due to elevated histamine.
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
OUTBREAK ALERT UPDATE:CDC reports 55 cases of Salmonella Stanley infections (6 hospitalizations) in 12 states linked to consumption of wood ear mushrooms distributed by Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc. CDC believes this outbreak is now over, and FDA has completed its investigation.
Pet Food Safety Recall: Grassland Beef recalls Dr. Siegel’s S. A. F. E. Petfood, Ground Beef 70% Lean / 30% Fat Net Wt.: 2 lb 18841 (Batch code 20157) due to E. coli O157:H7 contamination. The recalled product was shipped directly to consumers nationwide and one retail location in Florida.
FDA Warning Letter:FDA issues Warning Letter to Fresh Express Inc – Div of Chiquita Brands following investigation into a 2020 Cyclospora outbreak linked to the company’s bagged salad mixes. During its investigation, FDA recovered Cyclospora cayetanensis from two samples collected to the north and south of where the farm accessed canal water for seepage irrigation. FDA also experienced delays in receiving requested documents from Fresh Express that were needed to conduct the traceback investigation.
Canada
Food Safety Recall: Miss Vickie’s Canada recalls certain Miss Vickie’s brand Kettle Cooked Potato Chips due to possible foreign matter (pieces of glass) contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.
Food Safety Recall: Qualitifruits recalls various salads, cut fruits and vegetables, and prepared ready-to-eat dishes, which were produced and packaged under conditions that may render them unsafe to consume. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.
Food Safety Recall: Restaurant Chez Mike recalls various sauces packaged in glass jars, because they may not be safe to consume. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.
Europe
Allergy Alert (Belgium):Jumbo Supermarkten recalls Jumbo Gewelde Abrikozen / Dried apricots (250g; Lot #20392; Best before 21/03/2021) due to undeclared sulphites.
Allergy Alert (Denmark): Lidl Danmark K/S recalls five different Culinea brand frozen pasta ready-made dishes lacking Danish-language allergen labeling. Please refer to the recall notice for details.
Allergy Alert (France): NATURALIA recalls Danival brand Ketchup au sucre de canne / Ketchup with cane sugar (Lot #E087; Best before 27/03/2022) due to undeclared mustard.
Allergy Alert (Ireland): FSAI alerts the public that Loma Linda Spicy Pad Thai with Konjac Noodles (284g; Batch code 230000037020; Best before March 2022) has been incorrectly labeled, with inadequate declaration of peanut and soybeans.
Allergy Alert (Ireland): FSAI warns that Spar Quality Tomato Ketchup (485g; Batch code 106 E 138; Best before 17/05/2022) contains undeclared mustard.
Food Safety Recall (Belgium): Industry recalls variousBettine, Delhaize et Centurion brand goat-milk cheeses due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.
Food Safety Recall (France): Bettinehoeve recalls BETTINE HOEVE brand Bûche de chèvre / Goat-milk cheese log (All Best before dates between 28/10/2020 and 22/11/2020) due to Listeria contamination.
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Food Safety Recall (France): Cora recalls LE CENTURION brand Bûche de chèvre 33% MG / Goat-milk cheese log, 33% milk-fat (All Best before dates from 30/10/2020 to 22/11/2020) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Food Safety Recall (Germany): Erste Salzwedeler Baumkuchenfabrik Hennig recalls various Baumkuchen brand cakes and baked goods due to microbiological contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.
Food Safety Recall (Iceland): Core ehf. recalls Candy People brand S-märke surt skum Swedish sweets (70g; Best before 14-08-2022 M4) due to foreign matter (foreign object) contamination.
Food Safety Recall (Ireland): Industry recalls Lailand Fromage Chilal Cheese (250g; Batch No. 043; Best before 21/2/2021; Product of France) due to foreign matter (pieces of metal) contamination.
Food Safety Recall (Luxembourg): Bettinehoeve recalls BETTINE HOEVE brand Bûche de chèvre / Goat-milk cheese log (150g; All Best before dates between 28/10/2020 and 22/11/2020) due to Listeria contamination.
Asia, Africa and the Pacific Islands
Allergy Alert (Singapore): Home & Health Distributors Pte Ltdrecalls Blue Frog Zesty Raspberry with Coconut & Toasted Almonds Gluten Free Cereal (350g; Best before 13 FEB 21, 06 APR 21, 25 MAY 21, 06 JUL 21, 06 AUG 21; Product of New Zealand) and Blue Frog Apricot with Vanilla & Hemp Heart Gluten Free Cereal (350g; Best before 19 FEB 21, 03 APR 21, 06 JUL 21, 06 AUG 21; Product of New Zealand) due to undeclared gluten.
Food Safety Recall (Israel): Eytan’s Cake Manufacturing Company Ltd. recalls Shufersal Green brand Gluten free seed bread (500g; Product code 20278PRD) due to foreign matter (miniature metal chips) contamination.
Australia and New Zealand
Allergy Alert (Australia): The Chocolate Yogi Pty Limited recalls Oscar Caramel Mylk Chocolate (15g; Best Before 11 06 21) due to undeclared milk.
Food Safety Recall (New Zealand): European Bakery Ltd recalls various European Bakery brand breads due to possible foreign matter (stones) contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.
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
OUTBREAK ALERT UPDATE:CDC reports 10 cases of Listeria monocytogenes infections in Florida (1), Massachusetts (7) and New York (2). All 10 outbreak victims were hospitalized and the Florida patient died. The outbreak appears to be associated with deli meats, but CDC has not been able to establish a specific source of the infections.
OUTBREAK ALERT:CDC reports 23 cases of E. coli O157:H7 infections in 12 states. Ten of the 23 victims required hospitalization. Investigators have not yet identified the source of this outbreak.
Allergy Alert: Whole Foods Market recalls select prepared Macaroni & Cheese products due to undeclared egg. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.
Allergy Alert: Russ Davis Wholesale recalls J&O Mixed Veggie Cup with Dip (5 oz; Sell By 9/30/20 through 11/2/20) due to undeclared egg.
Food Recall: Homestead Creamery recalls multiple glass bottled products due to a suspected issue with the bottle sanitizing process. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.
Canada
Food Safety Recall: Compagnie nationale d’importation de harengs ltée recalls certain LA BOUCANERIE brand Smoked mackerel and Smoked trout because the products were produced and packaged under conditions that may render them unsafe to consume. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.
Food Safety Recall: Migahid & Elsawi Co. Ltd. recalls Alwatania brand Halva Extra (450g; Expiry date 19/05/2021; UPC 6 224007 246337) due to Salmonella contamination.
Food Safety Recall: Isagenix International LLC recalls Isagenix brand Isalean Bars – Chocolate Cream Crisp (65g x 10 bars; Lot #013900420; Expiry AL/2021) and Isagenix brand Isalean Bars – Chocolate Peanut Crunch (65g x 10 bars; Lot #023900120; Expiry JL/2021) due to over-fortification of vitamins. PLEASE NOTE: There have been illness reported following to consumption of these products.
Europe
Allergy Alert (Belgium): Industry recalls Van Diermen brand Salted Caramel choco dipped creamy puffs (32 pieces; All Best before dates) due to undeclared wheat.
Allergy Alert (Ireland): Manufacturer recalls Heinz (Seriously) Good Mayonaise (680g / 710ml; Batch code 00701911; Best before 01-01-2021) due to undeclared egg and mustard.
Allergy Alert (UK): Cocoa Libre recalls Cocoa Libre Caramel & Sea Salt Chocolate (Vegan, Free from Dairy, Gluten, Wheat, Nuts and Peanuts) (100g; Batch codes 1737 06/21, 1734 06/21 & 1788 08/21) due to undeclared hazelnuts.
Allergy Alert (Netherlands): Jumbo recalls Jumbo Gewelde Abrikozen / Roasted apricots (Best before 21/03/2021) due to undeclared sulphites.
Allergy Alert (Netherlands): Manufacturer recalls various brands of Ardenner paté BLK (140g; various batch codes) due to undeclared nuts. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.
Food Safety Recall (Austria): JERMI Käsewerk GmbH recalls Meine Käserei brand Ziegenkäserolle / Goat cheese roll (~100g; All Best before dates) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Food Safety Recall (Belgium): Industry recalls GAZi Yumak Örgü Peyniri / Braided Turkish cheese (250g; Best before 01/01/2021, 08/01/2021, 15/01/2021, 22/01/2021, 29/01/2021, 26/02/2021, 02/03/2021, 16/03/2021, 08/07/2021, 29/07/2021, 02/09/2021, 09/09/2021, 16/09/2021 & 23/09/2021) due to foreign matter (metal particles) contamination.
Food Safety Recall (Denmark): Lidl Danmark K/S recalls Milbona Selection Gedeost / Milbona Selection goat cheese (100g; All Best before dates) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Food Safety Recall (Denmark): Lidl Danmark K/S recalls Milbona Fransk hvidskimmelost / Milbona French white mold cheese (100g; Best before 31.10.2020) due to shiga toxin-producing E. coli contamination.
Food Safety Recall (Denmark): Bisca A/S recalls multiple varieties of Snøfler due to foreign matter (plastic) contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.
Food Safety Recall (Finland): Lidl Suomi Ky recalls Milbona Selection Brie de Nangis (100g; Batch code 402; Best before 10/31/2020) and Milbona Selection Goat Cheese roll (100g; Batch codes 403 and 432; Best before 31.10.2020 and 20.11.2020) due to shiga toxin-producing E. coli contamination and Listeria monocytogenes contamination respectively.
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Food Safety Recall (Germany): garmo AG recalls certain GAZi brand braided cheeses due to foreign matter (metal particles) contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.
Food Safety Recall (Germany): Bettinehoeve recalls Bettinehoeve Geitenkaas soft goat cheese (200g and 1kg; All batch codes; All Best before dates) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Food Safety Recall (Germany): Bettinehoeve recalls Bastiaansen organic goat roll Chèvre Blanc Affinee, 50% fat in dry matter and Ziegenrolle Chevrollé Bastiaansen / goat cheese roll due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for additional information.
Food Safety Recall (Germany): JERMI Käsewerk GmbH recalls Meine Käserei Ziegenkäserolle / Goat cheese roll (100 g; All Best before dates) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Food Safety Recall (Ireland): Kish Fish recalls Baily & Kish Salmon Simply Smoked (200g; Lot L2540; Use by 08/10/2020) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Food Safety Recall (Ireland): Industry recalls multiple batch codes of Mediterani Passion For Food Goats Log Cheese (1kg) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected batches.
Food Safety Recall (Luxembourg): Industry recalls Gazi Yumak Örgü Peyniri – Fein geschnittener Zopfkäse / braided cheese (200g; Best before 01.01.2021, 08.01.2021, 15.01.2021, 22.01.2021, 9.01.2021, 23.02.2021, 26.02.2021, 02.03.2021, 9.03.2021, 16.03.2021, 23.03.2021) due to foreign matter (metal particles) contamination.
Food Safety Recall (Netherlands): Jermi Käsewerk GmbH recalls Milbona Selection Brie de Nangis Franse zachte kaas van rauwe melk / French soft cheese made from raw milk (~100g; Best before 31-10-2020) due to shiga toxin-producing E. coli contamination.
Food Safety Recall (Sweden): Falbygdens Ost recalls Falbygdens Rekommenderar brand Goat cheese in rolls 23% (Best before 28 Oct to 14 Nov 2020) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Food Safety Recall (UK): Bettinehoeverecalls Bettine Ripened Goat Cheese, Bettine Blanc Ripened Goat Cheese, Bettine BIO Blanc Ripened Goat Cheese and Mediterani Goat Cheese Log (various package sizes, product codes, and Best before dates) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for additional details.
Food Safety Recall (UK): Bettinehoeve recalls Bettine Blanc Goat’s Cheese (All pack sizes; Sold at Waitrose deli counters during the period 04/09/20 – 29/10/20) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Food Safety Alert Update (UK):FSA updates precautionary advice to consumers who have purchased a specific batch of British Lion eggs which may be contaminated with Salmonella. The eggs affected are sold in stores in England and Wales only, and are in batch 1UK15270. Please refer to the Consumer Alert for a complete list of brand names and retail locations were the eggs were sold.
Australia and New Zealand
Allergy Alert (Australia): Bio Living International Pty Ltd recalls Blue Frog Zesty Raspberry with Coconut & Toasted Almonds Gluten Free Cereal (350g; Best Before 13 FEB 21, 06 APR 21, 25 MAY 21, 06 JUL 21, 06 AUG 21) and Blue Frog Apricot with Vanilla & Hemp Heart Gluten Free Cereal (350g; Best Before 19 FEB 21, 03 APR 21, 06 JUL 21, 06 AUG 21) due to undeclared gluten.
Allergy Alert (New Zealand): Sunson Asian Food Market recalls Haidilao brand Condiment of Spicy Hot Pot (220g; Batch Nos. 20200601 and 20200516) due to undeclared gluten.
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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