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Recall of specific batches of various French brie products due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes

Friday, 19 June 2026

Alert Summary
Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2026.34
Product Identification: Please see table below for product details. 
Batch Code Please see table below for use-by dates.

Message:

The below batches of Dunnes Stores Velvety & Mild French Brie and Traditional Cheese Company French brie is being recalled due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale. 

Product Name Pack Size Use-by dates
Dunnes Stores Velvety & Mild French Brie 170g

10/07/2026

16/07/2026

17/07/2026

Traditional Cheese Company French Brie 160g 17/07/2026

 

Nature Of Danger:

Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.  In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly.  The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days.

Action Required:

Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:

Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batches from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale. 

Wholesalers / distributors are requested to contact their affected customers and recall the implicated batches and provide a point-of-sale recall notice to their retailer customers.

Consumers:

Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches.