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Recall of a Batch of Derg Cheddar due to Elevated Levels of Histamine

Monday, 19 July 2021

Alert Summary
Category 2: For Information
Alert Notification: 2021.49
Product Identification: Derg Cheddar
Batch Code 176-0, best before date: 20/10/2021
Country Of Origin: Ireland

Summary:
Category 2 Food Alert for Information: A batch of Derg Cheddar is being recalled due to the presence of elevated histamine levels.

Message:

The above batch of Derg Cheddar is being recalled by Derg Farmhouse Cheese due to the presence of elevated histamine levels.  In some people, elevated levels of histamine can cause symptoms which are similar to those of an allergic reaction. Point-of-sale recall notices will be displayed in The Cheese Shop, Tralee and some Sheridan Cheesemonger stores supplied with the implicated batch.

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