Shoppers in France warned after ham recalled from supermarkets over listeria fears
Consumers urged not to consume affected batches of Aoste ham
Insert shows the recalled “Les Dentelles Coppa poivrée 80g”
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Two ham products from the charcuterie brand Aoste have been recalled due to concerns over Listeria contamination, according to the government’s Rappel Conso website.
The recall was published on May 20.
Both products contain the same type of ham, Coppa, but are sold in different packaging. The first is “Coppa 32 tranches 250g”, sold between May 15 to 19, with a minimum durability date of August 5. The batch number is 12250039.
The second product is “Les Dentelles Coppa poivrée 80g”, sold between May 16 to 19, with a use-by date of July 8. The batch number is 26119365.
Both items were distributed in multiple retail outlets, including the major supermarket chains Carrefour, Leclerc, Système U and Metro. The recall was initiated voluntarily by the manufacturer, without a prefectural order.
The reason for the recall is the presence of listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that can cause fever, headaches and body aches. In severe cases, it can lead to neurological complications, as well as maternal or fetal complications in pregnant women.
If these products have already been consumed, consumers are advised to remain vigilant for symptoms for up to eight weeks.
Anyone experiencing symptoms should seek medical advice, particularly pregnant women, the elderly and immunocompromised individuals.
Consumers who have purchased these products are advised not to consume them, to return them to the point of sale for a refund, or to dispose of them. The recall remains in effect until July 20.
Another recall for the 250g pack of Monoprix Gourmet Ethiopian ground coffee is also active until June 30.
