Summary Product: Milk Chocolate with Toasted Coconut Issue: Food – Allergen – Tree nut What to do: Do not use, sell, serve or distribute the affected product. Audience: Retail, Distribution, National Affected products Brand Product Size Codes UPC President’s Choice…
In a tragic incident in Poland, investigations into the death of a 54-year-old individual from Ukraine have revealed very high levels of sodium nitrite in meat samples. These samples, analyzed by the National Veterinary Research Institute in Puławy, showed concentrations…
The World Health Organization (WHO) is taking a proactive step towards bolstering food safety worldwide with the establishment of the WHO Alliance for Food Safety. Set to convene its inaugural meeting in Geneva, Switzerland, in May, the alliance aims to…
Finnish authorities are grappling with an increase in hepatitis E infections, with suspicions pointing towards a specific meat product contaminated with the virus. The surge in cases, totaling 81 reported infections in January and February alone, marks a significant rise…
Italian Beverage Company is recalling Simply Cookies and Cream Frappe Powder because the packaging shows a gluten-free symbol while the product contains wheat (gluten). This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with coeliac disease, and/or an…
New York State is joining the movement to ban harmful additives in food and beverages, with lawmakers introducing two bills aimed at safeguarding consumers from potentially dangerous substances commonly used in food production. The first bill, A6424A/S6055B, seeks to prohibit…
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) declared a significant milestone in food safety by confirming the cessation of the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in food packaging across the United States. PFAS, once prevalent in items like pizza…
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is soliciting input on proposed guidance concerning Mechanically Separated Meat (MSM), following recent legal rulings that clarified its definition and regulatory implications. These guidelines aim to assist food businesses, particularly in England, Wales, and Northern…
A recent report published by the European Commission sheds light on discussions surrounding suspected fraud across European countries, with a focus on various product categories, notably fruit and vegetables, during January. The report, the first of its monthly series, collates…
AB World Foods is recalling Patak’s Aubergine Pickle because it may contain pieces of glass. The possible presence of glass makes this product unsafe to eat. The affected product has only been sold in Waitrose and Sainsbury’s. Product details Pack size…