Tag: Salmonella

Recalls and Alerts: November 5 – 7, 2020

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: Tanimura & Antle Inc. recalls Tanimura & Antle Inc. brand packaged single head romaine lettuce (packed on date of 10/15/2020 or 10/16/2020; UPC 0-27918-20314-9) due to possible E. coli O157:H7 contamination.

Public Health Alert: FSIS issues a public health alert for TAKE HOME MEALS SPAGHETTI & MEATBALLS IN MARINARA SAUCE (15.5 oz; EXP DATE 10/25/20 – 11/9/20) due to foreign matter (metal) contamination. A recall was not requested because it is believed that the products are no longer available for consumers to purchase.

Canada

OUTBREAK ALERT: PHAC is reporting an outbreak of 11 confirmed cases of Salmonella Typhimurium illness in  Alberta (4), Saskatchewan (1), and Quebec (6). The outbreak is linked to contact with pet hedgehogs. The outbreak strain has a similar genetic fingerprint to the hedgehog-linked Salmonella Typhimurium outbreak under investigation in the United States.

Allergy Alert: Bake My Day Gluten-Free Bakeries Ltd. recalls Bake My Day brand Chicken Pot Pie (All codes where egg is not declared on the label) due to undeclared egg.

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Europe

Allergy Alert (Belgium): Colruyt recalls Boni Selection Veggie brand Filets marinés / marinated fillets (Best before 09/11/2020) due to undeclared milk, celery and eggs.

Allergy Alert (Belgium): Albert Heijn recalls AH kaas-ui bollen / cheese-onion bulbs (4 x 65g; Expiry 07/11/2020 & 08/11/2020) due to undeclared soy.

Allergy Alert (Ireland): FSAI alerts public to undeclared almonds in Truffle Fairy Chocolate Coffee Beans (100g; All recent batches).

Allergy Alert (Netherlands): Albert Heijn recalls AH kaas-ui bollen / cheese-onion bulbs (4 x 65g; Expiry 07/11/2020 & 08/11/2020) due to undeclared soy.

Allergy Alert (UK): Iceland recalls Twix Barres Glacées (Twix Ice-Cream Bars) (18/pkg; Best before 30 June 2021) due to milk, wheat (gluten), soya, almonds and hazelnuts (nuts) and peanuts not having been declared in English on the label.

Allergy Alert (UK): Lidl GB recalls What’s Cooking? Lighter for You Meatballs with Pasta and Spinach (550g; Best before 05 January 2022) due to undeclared milk.

Food Safety Recall (Austria): Wojnar‘s Wiener Leckerb. GmbH and Hofer KG recall GOOD Choice Wrap Thai Couscous (170g; Best before 04.11.2020) due to Listeria contamination.

Food Safety Recall Update (Belgium): Industry recalls Bettine, Delhaize, Centurion et Carrefour brands of geitenkaas gerijpt / ripe goat cheese (200g; Best before 28/10/2020 – 30/12/2020) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): TALLEC recalls Le Porc de nos villages brand Duo de filet et poitrine rôtis / Roasted fillet and breast duo (Lots lot 02028007 & 02028106; Best before 03/11/2020 & 04/11/2020) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): ERMarché recalls JEAN ROZE brand Rôti filet de porc Facon Orloff / Orloff-style roast pork fillet (880g; Lot E03010409; Best before 07/11/2020) due to Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): Auchan recalls certain Le Gaulois brand Escalope de dinde et filet tranché de poulet / Turkey cutlets and sliced chicken fillets due to foreign matter (metal) contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Food Safety Recall (Germany): Furat Foods recalls LAILAND Chilal Käse / cheese (900g & 1250g glass jars; Lots 008 to 267: Best before 06.11.2020) due to foreign matter (small metal particles) contamination.

Food Safety Recall Update (Luxembourg): Industry recalls various soft goat cheeses due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Asia, Africa and the Pacific Islands

Allergy Alert (Israel): Uniservice Ltd. recalls Miltonas Funny Mushrooms brand Mushroom-shaped biscuit with compound chocolate (170g; Best before 17.09.2021) due to undeclared milk.

Allergy Alert (Israel): Eliror High Level Marketing recalls various prepared dishes due to improperly declared soy. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Food Safety Recall (Israel): We want the nature Ltd. recalls Green Spring brand Chia seeds (700g; Expiry date 30/09/2022) due to foreign matter (metal chips) contaminated.

Australia and New Zealand

Food Safety Recall (Australia): Woolworths recalls Woolworths In-Store Made Bakery Bread (Rolls and Loaves) (BAKED ON 04.NOV.20) due to foreign matter (glass) contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Food Safety Recall (New Zealand): Hororata Foods Ltd recalls Prime Smoke brand Smoked Salmon Shavings (100g; Batch code 13012608F) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Recalls and Alerts: November 1 – 4, 2020

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.

Food Safety Recall: Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc. recalls Natural Grocers Brand Organic Whole Elderberries (4 oz; Pack dates 20-216, 20-225, 20-246, 20-265 & 20-281) due to potential Salmonella contamination.

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 various Bettine, 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 (Germany): Firma Sales & Service Aktuell GmbH recalls Bettine Ziegenweichkäse / soft goat cheese (~150g; Best before 30.10.2020 – 27.11.2020) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

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 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; 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 (Hong Kong): Bravo Fine Foods Limited and New Food Project Limited recall FONTINA D.O.P. cheese (Lot C261; Best before November 19, 2020; Product of Italy) due to shiga toxin-producing E. coli contamination.

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.

Recalls and Alerts: October 29 – 31, 2020

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 (Austria): JERMI Käsewerk GmbH recalls Meine Käserei brand Brie de Nangis (100g; Lot #403; Best before 01.11.2020) due to shiga toxin-producing E. coli contamination.

Food Safety Recall (Austria): HOFER KG and its supplier Principe di San Daniele Spa recall Hola Serrano ham (100g; Batch No. G203641300; Best before 02.12.2020) 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): Donier Gastronomie Oy and Ålandsmejeriet Finland Oy Ab recall Bettine goat cheese roll (1kg; Best before 28.10.2020 and 30.12.2020) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

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 (Italy): JERMI Käsewerk GmbH recalls SPECIALITÀ DEL CASARO brand BRIE CREMOSO (~100g; Lot #403: Best before 31/10/2020) due to shiga toxin-producing E. coli contamination.

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): Bettinehoeve recalls 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.