Food Safety Incidents

Shigatoxin-Producing Escherichia Coli has been detected in Raclette 6 flavors.

Written by SGS Digicomply Editorial Team | Feb 27, 2025 11:00:00 PM

On February 22, 2025, the Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain (FASFC) announced a recall of Raclette 6 flavors due to the detection of Shigatoxin-Producing Escherichia Coli. This incident has been categorized under bio-contaminants, highlighting the potential health risks associated with the consumption of the affected products.

The recall was initiated following thorough testing that identified the presence of this harmful pathogen in the cheese product. The Raclette 6 flavors in question originated from Belgium and have raised significant concerns regarding food safety. Consumers are advised to check their purchases to ensure they do not possess affected batches of this product.

The FASFC is actively monitoring the situation and has provided guidance to retailers and consumers regarding the recall process. The agency emphasizes the importance of food safety and public health, and it is taking necessary measures to mitigate any potential risks associated with this contamination.

As the situation develops, further updates will be provided by the FASFC to inform the public about the status of the recall and any additional findings related to the contaminated Raclette 6 flavors.

  • Incident: Shigatoxin-Producing Escherichia Coli has been detected in Raclette 6 flavors.
  • Date: 2025-02-22
  • Product: Raclette 6 flavors
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  • Origin of issue: Belgium
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  • Incident Category: Recall
  • Hazard Category: Bio-contaminants
  • Source: Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain (FASFC)