UPDATED Recall of Batches of Avoca Hummus and Avoca Colcannon due to Presence of Listeria monocytoge
Saturday, 04 February 2017
| Alert Summary | |
|---|---|
| Category 1: | For Action |
| Alert Notification: | 2017. 02 |
| Product Identification: | Avoca Hummus (264g); Avoca Colcannon (550g) |
| Batch Code | Batch Code J30 - Hummus Use by 09.02.17, Colcannon Use by 04.02.17 |
| Country Of Origin: | Ireland |
Summary:
Category 1 Food Alert for Action - Avoca is recalling a single batch
each of its Avoca Hummus and Avoca Colcannon because of the presence of
Listeria monocytogenes
Message:
Avoca is recalling a single batch each of its Avoca Hummus and Avoca Colcannon because of the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. These products were sold from Avoca stores only. Update of 06.02.17: The Hummus product involved has a use by date of 09.02.17 and not 07.02.17 as previously advised by Avoca.
Nature Of Danger:
Detection of Listeria monocytogenes - Listeriosisis 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 concerns.
Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:
Food businesses should remove the affected batches from sale and clearly display a Point of Sale recall notice informing customers not to eat the affected batches.
Consumers:
Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches. Consumers who have bought an implicated batch should dispose of the
product or return it to Avoca.
