Recall of a batch of Anitca Macelleria Falorni il Salame Con Cinghiale due to the presence of Shiga toxin producing E. coli
Monday, 05 December 2022
| Alert Summary | |
|---|---|
| Category 1: | For Action |
| Alert Notification: | 2022.71 |
| Product Identification: | Anitca Macelleria Falorni il Salame Con Cinghiale wild boar salami; pack size: approx. 350g (weights may vary); approval number: IT 1524S CE |
| Batch Code | 22259; best before date: 13/02/2023 |
| Country Of Origin: | Italy |
Message:
The above batch of Anitca Macelleria Falorni il Salame Con Cinghiale wild boar salami is being recalled due to the presence of Shiga toxin producing E. coli.
Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.
Nature Of Danger:
Caterers should not use the implciated batch. Shiga toxin producing E. coli (STEC) also known as Verocytotoxigenic E. coli (VTEC) may cause severe bloody diarrhoea and abdominal cramps, although sometimes the infection causes non-bloody diarrhoea or no symptoms. In some groups, particularly children under 5 years of age and the elderly, the infection can also cause a complication called haemolytic uraemic syndrome (HUS), in which the red blood cells are destroyed and the kidneys fail.
Action Required:
Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:
Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batch from sale and display recall notices at point of sale.
Consumers:
Consumers are advised not to eat the implciated batch.
