The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a recall for enoki mushrooms under the brand O'Ya Hoho due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The affected product, which was distributed in Ontario and Quebec, is identified as follows:
- Brand: O'Ya Hoho
- Product: Enoki Mushroom
- Size: 200 g
- UPC: 8 57588 00231 1
- Codes: 240907
Issue
The recall was initiated due to test results from the CFIA indicating potential contamination. No illnesses associated with the consumption of the product have been reported so far.
Health risks
Food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look or smell spoiled but can still cause severe illness. Symptoms include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle aches, severe headache, and neck stiffness. Vulnerable groups, such as pregnant women, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems, are at higher risk. For pregnant women, Listeria infection may lead to serious complications, including premature delivery, newborn infections, or stillbirth. In severe cases, the infection can be fatal.
What to Do
Consumers are advised to take the following precautions:
- Check for the recalled product in their homes.
- Do not consume, use, sell, serve, or distribute the product.
- Dispose of the recalled product or return it to the point of purchase.
- Contact a healthcare provider if illness is suspected from consuming the recalled product.
Additional Resources
To learn more about food safety and the risks associated with Listeria monocytogenes, consumers can: - Sign up for recall notifications by email.
- View a detailed explanation of the food safety investigation and recall process.
Report a food safety or labeling concern. - Investigation and Industry Action
- The CFIA is actively conducting a food safety investigation, which may result in further recalls.
- The agency is ensuring that recalled products are removed from the marketplace to prevent further distribution.
Recall Details
- Original Published Date: November 27, 2024
- Alert/Recall Type: Food recall warning
- Category: Food - Fruits and vegetables - Fresh
- Recalling Firm: 1728435 Ontario Inc.
- Distribution: Ontario, Quebec
- Recall Class: Class 1
- Identification Number: RA-76596
- CFIA ID: 16242
Consumers are urged to remain vigilant and adhere to the safety instructions provided to prevent health risks associated with the recalled product.
For more information:
Government of Canada
Tel: +1 613 773 2342
Email: [email protected]
www.recalls-rappels.canada.ca