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🍎 Food NL February 21, 2025

Fowls Gallus domesticus; from DE to NL; at slaughterhouse catching injuries

Classification
Non-compliance notification
Risk
Potentially serious
Category
broiler - fattening
Origin
Germany
Notifier
Netherlands
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What is this? A problem was found with some chickens from Germany sent to the Netherlands. The issue is about cuts or injuries on the birds.

What's happening? The chickens were checked at a slaughterhouse in the Netherlands. Some had injuries when they arrived.

Does this affect me? This recall is for chickens from Germany sold in the Netherlands. If you bought chicken there, check the package.

What should I do? If you have this chicken, return it to the store. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel unwell after eating it.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Classification: Non-compliance notification · Risk: Potentially serious · Category: broiler - fattening · Origin: Germany · Notifier: Netherlands

First published
February 21, 2025
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/rasff-window/screen/search?notificationReference=AW25.1240

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What is this product recall alert about?
Fowls Gallus domesticus; from DE to NL; at slaughterhouse catching injuries. Classification: Non-compliance notification · Risk: Potentially serious · Category: broiler - fattening · Origin: Germany · Notifier: Netherlands
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on February 21, 2025 by EU RASFF.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Netherlands.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on webgate.ec.europa.eu.

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