Recall of Reflets De France’s Morbier AOP au lait cru from France due to possible presence of shigatoxin-producing E.coli

              The European Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed has issued a notification on the recall of Reflets De France’s Morbier AOP au lait cru (raw milk cheese) from France due to possible presence of shigatoxin-producing E.coli (STEC).

2        As the implicated product was imported into Singapore, the Singapore Food Agency has directed the importer, Le Petit Depot Pte Ltd, to recall the product. The recall is ongoing.

3         STEC infection can occur by consuming contaminated food, particularly raw or unpasteurised milk. Food contaminated with STEC may not look or smell spoilt but can cause serious infections. Symptoms of STEC infection can include diarrhoea, stomach cramps and vomiting. More information on the safety of raw milk cheese products can be found at: https://www.sfa.gov.sg/food-safety-tips/food-risk-concerns/risk-at-a-glance/is-raw-milk-safe-to-consume.  

4             Consumers who have purchased the implicated product are advised not to consume it. Those who have consumed and have concerns about their health should seek medical advice. Consumers may contact their point of purchase for enquiries.

5        Details of the product are as follow: