As reported by GIS:
Hazard:
As a result of official actions by the State Sanitary Inspection, Salmonella bacteria were detected in tested samples of salad mixes from the batches specified below. Consumption of a product contaminated with Salmonella bacteria carries a risk of food poisoning.
Product details:
Manufacturer: AVIT Adam Rytel, Niepiekła 9, 09-142 Załuski.
| Product name | Batch number | Use-by date | Produced for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toscana Mix salad mix, Metro Chef | Toscana Mix salad mix, Metro Chef | 20.08.2024 | Makro Cash and Carry Polska S.A. al. Krakowska 61 02-183 Warszawa |
| Classic Salad Mix, Ryneczek Lidla | 22524 | 20.08.2024 | LIDL Sp. z o.o. Sp. k. Jankowice, ul. Poznańska 48 62-080 Tarnowo Podgórne |
What actions have been taken by businesses and official control authorities?
Sanitary inspection:
Immediately after receiving information about the product’s non-compliance, the manufacturer initiated the procedure to withdraw the questioned batch from the market.
The product distributors immediately withdrew the indicated batches from sale.
Additionally, Lidl Sp. z o.o. Sp. k. informed consumers that the withdrawn batch in 400 g packages could be returned to any store in the chain without presenting a receipt. Posters about the ongoing withdrawal process were placed in stores where the batch was available and on the website.
The official food control authorities are supervising the withdrawal of the questioned batch from the market and conducting an investigation into the matter.
What are the recommendations for consumers?
- The product from the batch covered by the notice should not be consumed.
- The manufacturer asks consumers who may have the aforementioned product to return it to the store where it was purchased.
- If concerning symptoms occur after consuming the aforementioned batch of the product, contact a doctor.
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