Urgent recall: Fries and other frozen items affected by chemical contamination
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In a move that has caused a stir among frozen food enthusiasts and raised concerns about food safety, a range of McCain frozen products have been urgently recalled from shelves across several Australian states.
The recall, initiated by importer Parsram Foods Pty Ltd, affects various popular items that may be sitting in your freezer right now.
The affected products, which have been distributed to Indian Grocery Stores in New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, Queensland, Victoria, and South Australia, include:
The reason behind this drastic measure is the potential chemical contamination of these items with ethylene oxide.
This chemical is commonly used as a pesticide and sterilizing agent, and it's also a precursor in the production of other chemicals, such as antifreeze.
The presence of ethylene oxide in food products is alarming because it poses a significant health risk.
Food Standards Australia and New Zealand have issued a warning:
‘Food products containing ethylene oxide may cause illness/injury if consumed,” Food Standards Australia and New Zealand said in its recall.’
‘Consumers should not eat this product.’
‘Consumers should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.’
‘Any concerned consumers should seek medical advice.’
It's essential to act swiftly to ensure your safety and that of your loved ones.
If you have already consumed any of the affected products and are concerned about your health, it is recommended that you seek medical advice as a precautionary measure.
In related news, Food Standards Australia recalled a batch of Indya Foods’ Everest Fish Curry Masala 50g.
The contamination involved ethylene oxide, which poses a severe health risk. Read more about this issue here.
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The recall, initiated by importer Parsram Foods Pty Ltd, affects various popular items that may be sitting in your freezer right now.
The affected products, which have been distributed to Indian Grocery Stores in New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, Queensland, Victoria, and South Australia, include:
- McCain Masala Fries — available in 420g and 1.5kg sizes
- McCain Veggie Burger Patty — 360g
- McCain Popular Veggie Burger Patty — 1.2kg
- McCain Chilli Garlic Potato Bites — 420g
- McCain Chilli Garlic Potato Pops — 1.5kg
- McCain Aloo Tikki — in both 400g and 1.5kg sizes
- McCain Veggie Nuggets — 325g
- McCain Veggie Fingers — 400g
McCain frozen products recalled over chemical contamination risk. Credit: Food Standards Australia and New Zealand
The reason behind this drastic measure is the potential chemical contamination of these items with ethylene oxide.
This chemical is commonly used as a pesticide and sterilizing agent, and it's also a precursor in the production of other chemicals, such as antifreeze.
The presence of ethylene oxide in food products is alarming because it poses a significant health risk.
Food Standards Australia and New Zealand have issued a warning:
‘Food products containing ethylene oxide may cause illness/injury if consumed,” Food Standards Australia and New Zealand said in its recall.’
‘Consumers should not eat this product.’
‘Consumers should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.’
‘Any concerned consumers should seek medical advice.’
It's essential to act swiftly to ensure your safety and that of your loved ones.
If you have already consumed any of the affected products and are concerned about your health, it is recommended that you seek medical advice as a precautionary measure.
In related news, Food Standards Australia recalled a batch of Indya Foods’ Everest Fish Curry Masala 50g.
The contamination involved ethylene oxide, which poses a severe health risk. Read more about this issue here.
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