Posted: June 3rd, 2012 - 12:19pm
Source: FSANZ

Marsh Butcheries has recalled vacuum-packed chorizo sausages from its retail store in Stratford, Cairns in QLD due to the presence of Listeria Monocytogenes. Consumers should not eat this product. Listeria may cause illness in pregnant women and their unborn babies, the elderly and people with low immune systems. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.
Date notified to FSANZ
31 May 2012
Food type
Meat and meat products
Product name
Marsh Butcheries Chorizo Sausages
Package description & size
Processed meat product in a vacuumed sealed packet available in varying sizes between 350g - 400g
Date marking
Use by 06 JUN 12
Country of origin
Australia
Reason for recall
Microbial contamination – Listeria Monocytogenes
Distribution
The product has been available for sale at Marsh Butcheries in Stratford, Cairns, QLD
Consumer advice
Consumers should not eat this product. Listeria may cause illness in pregnant women and their unborn babies, the elderly and people with low immune systems. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.
Customers should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.