Auchan is recalling frozen raspberries sold in its stores after Salmonella bacteria were detected in a batch of the New One brand product.
Recall of Frozen Raspberries
Auchan is recalling frozen raspberries due to contamination with Salmonella bacteria. The store is warning customers of the risk of serious food poisoning.
Distributors have reported that a batch of frozen raspberries sold at Auchan was contaminated. Consumption of the product carries a significant risk of food poisoning, and the store is urging customers to return the product immediately.
Salmonella Found in Half of Raspberry Samples
Routine quality tests on New One brand frozen raspberries revealed the presence of dangerous microorganisms. Salmonella spp. bacteria were found in 40% of samples tested, disqualifying the product from sale.
FREPI sp. z o.o. has already taken steps to remove the contaminated batch from store shelves.
Details of Recalled Fruit
Consumers should check the labels on their frozen fruit. The hazard applies only to the following series.
Dangers of Salmonella Bacteria
Salmonella is one of the most common causes of acute food poisoning. The bacteria can survive in low temperatures, meaning freezing does not eliminate the risk.
Main symptoms of infection include:
Important Information
If you feel unwell after eating these raspberries, seek medical attention immediately. Inform your doctor about your contact with the recalled product.
What to Do with Purchased Product
The manufacturer and retailer are cooperating fully with consumers. Do not consume these raspberries under any circumstances, even after heat treatment (e.g., boiling in jam), as the risk of transferring bacteria to other surfaces in the kitchen (cross-contamination) is too high.
Product Return and Refund
Customers who possess the affected batch can return it to the point of sale for a full refund. Returning the product with its packaging is sufficient; a receipt is typically not required for recalls due to health safety concerns.