PRA number
2013/13534
Published date
Product description
Four products are being recalled:
• Marinated Feta in 250gm packs with best before dates of 6/9/13 to 13/9/13
• Feta and Chile in 250gm packs with best before dates of 6/9/13 to 13/9/13
• Feta Vacuum packed in 220 gm packs with best before dates of 15/4/13 to 15/5/13
• Feta 500gm in brine in a bucket with best before dates of 15/4/13 to 15/5/13.
• Marinated Feta in 250gm packs with best before dates of 6/9/13 to 13/9/13
• Feta and Chile in 250gm packs with best before dates of 6/9/13 to 13/9/13
• Feta Vacuum packed in 220 gm packs with best before dates of 15/4/13 to 15/5/13
• Feta 500gm in brine in a bucket with best before dates of 15/4/13 to 15/5/13.
Reasons the product is recalled
The recall is due to microbial (E. coli) contamination.
The hazards to consumers
Foods contaminated with E. coli may cause illness if consumed. Symptoms can be bloody diarrhoea and abdominal cramps. Often there is little or no fever or vomiting.
What consumers should do
Any consumers who believe that they may have purchased this product should avoid eating the cheese and either return it for a refund or throw it out. Contact the company or the Dairy Authority of South Australia (DASA) to find out about how to receive a refund. If you have consumed any of the products and have any of these symptoms consult a doctor.
For further information:
DASA: 0882232277 or 0419630604
Alexandrina Cheese Co: 08 85549666
For further information:
DASA: 0882232277 or 0419630604
Alexandrina Cheese Co: 08 85549666
Supplier
Alexandrina Cheese Company
Traders who sold this product
The outlets that have sold this product include supermarkets, markets, independent delicatessens and fruit and vegetable shops on the Fleurieu Peninsula and in the Adelaide Hills, plus Murray Bridge, Glenelg, Tanunda, Findon and Alice Springs.
Where the product was sold
Northern Territory
South Australia
Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
