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Withdrawal and recall of French cheese "BARRIQUET" following detection of Listeria monocytogenes in the manufacturing plant

Classification
Alert notification
Risk
Serious
Category
milk and milk products
Origin
France
Notifier
France
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What is this? A French cheese called BARRIQUET is being taken back because tiny germs called Listeria were found in the place where it is made.

What's happening? The cheese is being pulled from stores in many countries. The company that makes it is stopping sales.

Does this affect me? If you bought BARRIQUET cheese, you might have some at home. People in France, Belgium, and other listed places could have it.

What should I do? Do not eat the cheese. Throw it away or return it to the store. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick.

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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: milk and milk products · Origin: France · Notifier: France

First published
March 4, 2021
Last refreshed by us
2 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/rasff-window/screen/search?notificationReference=2021.1102

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What is this product recall alert about?
Withdrawal and recall of French cheese "BARRIQUET" following detection of Listeria monocytogenes in the manufacturing plant. Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: milk and milk products · Origin: France · Notifier: France
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on March 4, 2021 by EU RASFF.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to the following countries: France, Belgium, HONG KONG, Italy, Luxembourg, NEW CALEDONIA, Norway, Spain, Switzerland, and UNITED ARAB EMIRATES.
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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