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🍎 Food NL April 20, 2026

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

Classification
Non-compliance notification
Risk
Potentially serious
Category
broiler - fattening
Origin
Germany
Notifier
Netherlands
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May 17, 2026 May 17, 2026
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What is this? Some chickens from Germany were hurt while being moved at a slaughterhouse. The birds are called Gallus domesticus.

What's happening? The Netherlands found these injured chickens after they arrived from Germany. The problem has been fixed.

Does this affect me? You may have bought these chickens in the Netherlands. No other countries are involved.

What should I do? If you have these chickens, cook them fully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel unwell after eating them.

🤖 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
April 20, 2026
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/rasff-window/screen/search?notificationReference=AW26.3329

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What is this product recall alert about?
Fowls Gallus domesticus; from DE to NL; at slaughterhouse catching injuries Hemo Geflügelproduktion GMBH. Classification: Non-compliance notification · Risk: Potentially serious · Category: broiler - fattening · Origin: Germany · Notifier: Netherlands
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on April 20, 2026 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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