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Food Safety Alert: Foreign Body Contamination in Rennet Ripened Cheese
Date of Incident: November 28, 2025
A recent food safety incident has been reported involving the detection of plastic fragments in rennet ripened cheese. This issue has been categorized under foreign bodies, posing a potential health risk to consumers. The cheese in question originates from Italy, and the alert has been issued through the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF).
Foreign body contamination is a significant concern in the food industry, as it can lead to serious health implications for consumers. The presence of plastic fragments in food products can result from various factors, including equipment malfunction, improper handling, or packaging failures during the production process.
Consumers are advised to exercise caution and inspect any rennet ripened cheese they may have purchased around the date of the incident. If any signs of contamination are observed, it is recommended to refrain from consumption and report the findings to local health authorities.
Food safety is paramount, and incidents such as this highlight the importance of stringent quality control measures throughout the food production and distribution chain. Authorities are currently investigating the source of the contamination to prevent future occurrences and ensure the safety of food products available to consumers.
Stay informed and prioritize food safety by being aware of potential hazards in food products.
- Incident: Plastic Fragments has been detected in Rennet ripened cheese.
- Date: 2025-11-28
- Product: Rennet ripened cheese
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- Origin of issue: Italy
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- Incident Category: Control
- Hazard Category: Foreign Bodies
- Source: Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF)
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