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Fjord Laks brand Gravlax may be unsafe due to Listeria monocytogenes
- Starting date:
- April 6, 2016
- Type of communication:
- Advisory
- Alert sub-type:
- Food Safety Warning
- Subcategory:
- Microbiological - Listeria
- Hazard classification:
- --
- Source of recall:
- Canadian Food Inspection Agency
- Recalling firm:
- --, A & E Distribution Inc.
- Distribution:
- Quebec
- Extent of the product distribution:
- Retail
- CFIA reference number:
- 10520
- Advisory details
- What you should do
- Who is affected
- Background
- Affected products
- Images
- Related AWRs
- Media enquiries
Advisory details
Ottawa, April 6, 2016 - The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is warning the public not to consume the products described below due to Listeria monocytogenes.
What you should do
Check to see if you have the product in your home. If the product is in your home, do not consume it.
Food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. Symptoms can include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle aches, severe headache and neck stiffness. Pregnant women, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems are particularly at risk. Although infected pregnant women may experience only mild, flu-like symptoms, the infection can lead to premature delivery, infection of the newborn or even stillbirth. In severe cases of illness, people may die.
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- View our detailed explanation of the food safety investigation and recall process
If you suspect you have become ill from eating a recalled product, the CFIA recommends contacting your doctor.
Who is affected
There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of this product.
Background
This warning was triggered by CFIA test results. The CFIA is conducting a food safety investigation, which may lead to the recall of these or other products. If products are recalled, the CFIA will notify the public through a Food Recall Warning.
Affected products
| Brand name | Common name | Size | Code(s) on product | UPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fjord Laks | Gravlax – Marinated Salmon (Dill sauce included) | 165 g | All Best Before dates up to and including April 20, 2016 | Variable |
Images
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Related AWRs
Media enquiries
CFIA Media Relations
613-773-6600