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Recall of a batch of Wrights of Howth Oak Smoked Irish Organic Salmon due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes

Tuesday, 11 April 2023

Alert Summary
Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 11.04.2023
Product Identification: Wrights of Howth Oak Smoked Irish Organic Salmon; pack sizes: 120g, 240g, 350g; approval number: IE DN0022 EC.
Batch Code P13; use by date: 15.04.2023.
Country Of Origin: Ireland

Message:

The above batch of Wrights of Howth Oak Smoked Irish Organic Salmon is being recalled due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes

Nature Of Danger:

Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.  In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly.  The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days.

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. 

Consumers:

Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batch.