Recall of Frozen Mussel Meat in New Zealand Due to Possible Contamination with Listeria monocytogenes
| Issue Date | 25 November 2007 |
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| Source of Information | New Zealand Food Safety Authority (NZFSA) |
| Food Product | Frozen mussel meat |
| Name of Product | Frozen mussel meat |
| Name of Manufacturer | Sanford Limited |
| Product Description | Imported from New Zealand into Hong Kong under the following NZFSA Health Certificates:
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| Durability Indication | -- |
| 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