Spoilage and possibly unauthorised additive in chorizo from Spain
- Classification
- Non-compliance notification
- Risk
- No risk
- Category
- meat and meat products (other than poultry)
- Hazard
- yeasts high count - {non-pathogenic micro-organisms}
- Origin
- Spain
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? Some packs of Spanish chorizo may have too many harmless yeasts or a small amount of an extra substance that should not be there.
What's happening? A store in Germany has taken the chorizo off its shelves because of these problems.
Does this affect me? If you bought Spanish chorizo in Germany recently, check the pack.
What should I do? Take it back to the shop for a refund. If you feel unwell, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
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Classification: Non-compliance notification · Risk: No risk · Category: meat and meat products (other than poultry) · Hazard: yeasts high count - {non-pathogenic micro-organisms} · Origin: Spain · Notifier: Germany
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