Urgent Product Recall Aldi Issues Warning Against Consuming Fish Sticks

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Urgent Product Recall: Aldi Issues Warning Against Consuming Fish Sticks

Immediate Recall Due to Health Hazard

Affected Product: Aldi Fish Sticks

German supermarket chain Aldi has issued an urgent product recall for its fish sticks due to a potential health hazard. The affected product is the "GutBio Pangasius-Fischstäbchen," which is sold in 450-gram packages with the best-before date of May 15, 2024.

Reason for Recall: Presence of Listeria Monocytogenes

The recall was initiated after routine testing detected the presence of Listeria monocytogenes bacteria in the fish sticks. Listeria is a potentially harmful bacterium that can cause serious infections, especially in vulnerable individuals such as pregnant women, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems.

Symptoms of Listeria Infection

Symptoms of a Listeria infection can range from mild to severe and may include:

Actions to Take

Customers who have purchased the affected fish sticks are strongly advised not to consume them and to return them to their nearest Aldi store for a full refund.

Aldi has also advised customers to thoroughly clean and disinfect any surfaces or utensils that may have come into contact with the recalled product.

Additional Information

For more information or assistance, customers can contact Aldi customer service at 0800 800 800.

References

  1. Aldi Nord Presseinformation: Fischstäbchen zurückgerufen
  2. Bundesamt für Verbraucherschutz und Lebensmittelsicherheit: Fischstäbchen Pangasius Bio Gutbio 450g MHD 15.05.2024 Charge L1122-1738
  3. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Listeria Symptoms