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Sainsbury’s recalls a number of its Camembert products due to presence of Listeria monocytogenes

Last updated: 3 February 2016
product recall
Sainsbury’s is recalling a number of its Camembert products with use by dates up to and including 6 March 2016 due to low levels of Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that can cause foodborne illness, particularly among vulnerable groups – these are pregnant women, unborn and newborn babies, those over 60 years old and anyone with a weakened immune system.
Risk
Presence of Listeria monocytogenes can cause foodborne illness.

Product details
The following products with use by dates up to and including 6 March 2016 are being recalled:

Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference French Camembert Cheese, 250g
Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Baking Camembert Cheese, 250g
Sainsbury’s Camembert Pays, 250g