Recall of batches of AVOCA Hummus and AVOCA Colcannon due to presence of Listeria monocytogenes
Saturday, 4 February 2017
Summary | |
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Category 1: | For Action |
Alert Notification: | 2017. 02 |
Product: | Avoca Hummus (264g); Avoca Colcannon (550g) |
Batch Code: | Batch Code J30 - Hummus Use by 07.02.17, Colcannon Use BY 04.02.17 |
Country Of Origin: | Ireland |
Message:
Avoca is recalling a single batch each of its Avoca Hummus and Avoca Colcannon because of the presence of Listeria monocytogenes
Nature Of Danger:
Detection of Listeria Monocytogenes - Listeriosis is a serious disease which can be life threatening, particularly for pregnant women, the elderly and other people with a weakened immune system.
Action Required:
Inspectors:
No action is required by EHOs at present; however, please notify FSAI (rapidalert@fsai.ie) of any concer
Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:
Food businesses should remove the affected products from sale and clearly display a Point of Sale notice informing customers not to eat the affected products
Consumers:
Consumers are advised not to eat the product.Consumers who have bought the implicated batch should dispose of the product or return it to the place of purchase