Recall of a batch of Do It Organic Sunflower Kernels due to the possible presence of Salmonella
Wednesday, 19 March 2025
| Alert Summary | |
|---|---|
| Category 1: | For Action |
| Alert Notification: | 2025.14 |
| Product Identification: | Do It Organic Sunflower Kernels; pack size: 5kg |
| Batch Code | L2402615; best before date: 18/04/2026 |
| Country Of Origin: | Netherlands |
Message:
The above batch of Do It Organic Sunflower Kernels is being recalled due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.
Nature Of Danger:
People infected with Salmonella typically develop symptoms between 12 and 36 hours after infection, but this can range between 6 and 72 hours. The most common symptom is diarrhoea, which can sometimes be bloody. Other symptoms may include fever, headache and abdominal cramps. The illness usually lasts 4 to 7 days. Diarrhoea can occasionally be severe enough to require hospital admission. The elderly, infants, and those with impaired immune systems are more likely to have a severe illness.
Action Required:
Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:
Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batch from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.
Wholesalers/distributors are requested to contact their affected customers and recall the implicated batch and provide a point-of-sale recall notice to their retail customers.
Caterers should not use the implicated batch.
Consumers:
Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batch.
