Leclerc: smoked salmon concerned by a recall procedure for a risk of listeria

Leclerc recalled a smoked salmon sold throughout France. This product is contaminated with dangerous bacteria. The details.

Once again a very popular product extends the product recall list of Rappel Conso . It's about smoked salmon from the Ronde des Mers brand. Currently, this product, which has been sold in Leclerc establishments is recalled throughout France . The reason ? It is contaminated with Listeria, a dreadful bacterium, responsible for listeriosis . In order to avoid contracting this disease, the government site has set out special rules of conduct. Do you have this smoked salmon at home? Have you ever consumed it? Do not panic. Discover everything you need to do in this article .

A smoked salmon from Leclerc dangerous for your health

This smoked salmon Leclerc stores is very popular. Customers love it, because it is good and does not require complicated preparation . However, these foods eaten without cooking often present risks of contamination .

This is the case with this smoked salmon from Leclerc contaminated with a dangerous bacteria called listeria . A pathogen responsible for listeriosis, a serious illness .

It is about the “wild smoked pacific sockeye salmon 4 slices – 120 g” . It comes from the brand Ronde des mers.

This fish sold in E.Leclerc stores, is described in a product recall sheet on the Conso Reminder website. He was voluntarily recalled this Thursday, January 12, 2023 by SCAMARK E.LECLERC.

This smoked salmon was marketed from December 15, 2022 until January 6, 2023 throughout France. It displays a use-by date set for January 6, 2023.

You will easily recognize it by the FR 29.105.501 CE health mark and at barcode 3564700650394 . According to Rappel Conso, “Only products bearing the additional code 07 following the barcode are affected by the recall” .

What are you risking by consuming it?

The Rappel Conso site has confirmed the presence of the « listeria monocytogenes (agent responsible for listeriosis) » in this smoked salmon from Leclerc. Generally, the first symptoms of the disease occur 2 days to 2 months after eating it .

The signs to observe are fever, digestive disorders and headaches. In 20 to 30% of cases, listeria can cause complications such as bacteremia or meningitis. These very serious situations may require emergency hospitalization and cause the death of the individual .

According to Conso Reminder,

“Pregnant women as well as immunocompromised people and the elderly should be particularly alert to these symptoms. '.

listeria is particularly serious for pregnant women . This can cause a miscarriage or premature delivery.

If you have symptoms of listeriosis, consult a doctor immediately . He will ask you to pass microbiological tests. The treatment of this disease consists of taking antibiotics for 2 to 3 weeks .

What if you have already bought smoked salmon from Leclerc?

If you recognize the product, you don't have to consume it anymore . Set it aside so it can't fall into the hands of an unsuspecting person .

Listeria is a cold-resistant bacterium. She proliferates very quickly in the freezer . If you have kept this smoked salmon from Leclerc in your fridge, it is likely that it has contaminated other foods . In this case, here the right things to do to avoid getting sick :

• Please immediately clean your refrigerator with bleach.
• Be strict on hygiene by washing all utensils in contact.
• Properly wash raw foods like vegetables and fruits before eating them.
• Cook meats and ready meals well, because heat over 65°C destroys listeria .

Callback procedures like this also provide refunds . If you return it to the designated points of sale, before Sunday March 12, 2023, you will get compensation .

If you have a concern about this product recall, you can also contact customer service . Contact them on 08 00 86 52 86.

Source : Actu.fr