Salmonella scare leads to imported cereal recall
The Centre for Food Safety (CFS) on Wednesday said three types of imported cereal products may have been contaminated by salmonella, a pathogen which causes food poisoning and can sometimes be fatal. It said the importer had stopped sales and a recall was underway in line with the centre's instructions. The products are Quaker Oatmeal Squares in the flavours Original, Honey Nut, and Cinnamon; originating in the United States. The centre warned the public not to consume the products and told businesses to withdraw them from sale.  In a statement, the centre said the importer was PepsiCo Beverages (HK) Ltd and the pack sizes were 14.5 ounces with best before dates ranging from January 11 to October 1, 2024.  The centre said it was acting after receiving a notification from the US Food and Drug Administration.  A CFS spokesman said salmonella can cause fever, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhoea; and that its effects on young children, the elderly and persons with a weak immune system, could be more severe and may even lead to death. Members of the public may call the hotline of the importer at 2236 5480 during office hours for enquiries about the recall._____________________________
Last updated: 2024-01-18 HKT 06:35 