The Federal Office for Consumer Protection warns against the consumption of a certain soft cheese.
There is a risk of e.Coli infection, which could trigger febrile gastrointestinal diseases.
Braunschweig - The Federal Office for Consumer Protection and Food Safety warns against the consumption of the Reblochon fermier soft cheese from the Reblochon Excellence Farmer Production brand.
The product is manufactured by Coopérative de Thônes.
Affected is the article with the batch number 088421204 and the best before date 31.08.2021.
The identification number is FR 74280050 CE.
With the soft cheese there is a risk of E.Coli infection.
According to the manufacturer, the affected item has been on the market since July 30, 2021.
Recall from Coopérative de Thônes: This is how affected consumers proceed
The affected product can be returned to a point of sale of your choice without presenting the receipt. Consumers receive a refund of the purchase price. If you have the soft cheese at home, you should not eat it under any circumstances. Because the Federal Office warns of a possible E.Coli infection. The symptoms of such an infection often show up after around two to seven days. The consequences include febrile gastrointestinal diseases, which can lead to bleeding. Children, the elderly or people with an immune deficiency can also suffer from severe kidney complications. For this reason, the manufacturer recommends consulting a doctor if symptoms occur. Sick people should inform the doctors about the consumption of the product and the suspicion of e.Coli.
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