Date Notified To FSANZ: | 14 April 2009 |
Food Product: | Tree Nut (Pistachio) |
Name of Product: | Value Pack Dry Roasted and Salted Pistachios |
Package Description & Size: | Plastic Bag, 500g
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Best Before: | 20 AUG 09 |
Australian Distribution: | SA, TAS, VIC, ACT, NT, NSW AND QLD |
Overseas Distribution: | Nil |
Reason for Recall: | Microbial –Salmonella |
Comments:
| Value Pack Dry Roasted and Salted Pistachios, 500g Best Before: 20 AUG 09 Nut Producers Australia is conducting a voluntary recall of the above product in response to information from our supplier that the imported product from the USA potentially containsSalmonellabacteria. Symptoms of Salmonella poisoning are vomiting, diarrhoea and abdominal pain which persists for more than 24 hours. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice. Consumers are asked not to consume this product. If consumers know they have the affected product they should return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. This voluntary recall applies only to the above product with the corresponding best before date. This voluntary recall is being undertaken to ensure the safety of customers as an ongoing commitment to maintain the highest possible standards of safety and product quality at all times. For further information please contact: Nut Producers Australia 08 8231 7011 |