Be careful if you recently purchased a “box of 36 macarons” with “pistachio, praline, raspberry, chocolate, vanilla, passion fruit” flavors from Leclerc. The brand has been recalling these products since Tuesday, August 27, 2024, which are potentially contaminated with salmonella, reports Conso Reminder .
The lots in question are “4 176 A – 4 176 B – 4 176 P” and “4 177 A – 4 177 B – 4 177 P”. These numbers are written on the side of the 435 g plastic box in which these macarons are packaged. “unbranded” have been packaged. The government website specifies that these products have been marketed throughout France since July 11. Their GTIN code is 3760197637744.
End of recall on September 10, 2024
“The use-by date (DLC) may vary depending on the store”the authorities specify. The latter add that “other batch numbers are not affected by this measure”.
People who purchased these macarons are asked not to consume them and to return them to the store for a refund. The recall process will end on Tuesday, September 10, 2024.
Consult a doctor
Salmonella is a bacteria that causes salmonellosis, an infection that can cause gastrointestinal problems (diarrhea, vomiting) accompanied by fever and headache. “These symptoms may be more pronounced in young children, pregnant women, immunocompromised individuals and the elderly.”health authorities specify.
“People who have consumed these products and who present these symptoms are invited to consult their doctor and report this consumption.adds the government website. If there are no symptoms within 7 days of consuming the affected products, there is no need to worry and consult a doctor.
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