Recall of Frozen Mussel Meat in New Zealand Due to Possible Contamination with Listeria monocytogenes
Issue Date
22 November 2007
Source of Information
New Zealand Food Safety Authority (NZFSA)
Food Product
Frozen mussel meat
Name of Product
Name of Manufacturer
Sanford Limited
Product Description
Imported from New Zealand into Hong Kong under the following NZFSA Health Certificates:
Durability Indication
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Reason for Recall
Product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes
Action Taken by the Centre for Food Safety
The CFS has contacted the local importers concerned and alerted the trade of the incident. CFS is closely monitoring the situation.
Advice to the Trade
Stop selling the affected product.
Advice to Consumers
Cook frozen mussel meat thoroughly before consumption
Further Information
The CFS press release
Centre for Food Safety Food and Environmental Hygiene Department 25 November 2007
