Shigatoxin-producing Escherichia Coli (stec) In Lamb Meat From New Zealand
Lamb meat from New Zealand has been recalled in Germany due to contamination with Shigatoxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC), a bacteria that can cause serious illness. The affected products were distributed in Germany. This is classified as a Class III recall, which means the contamination is unlikely to cause adverse health effects, but the products still pose a potential safety concern.
- Product
- Shigatoxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) in lamb meat from New Zealand. Category: meat and meat products (other than poultry). Origin: New Zealand
- Reason
- Shigatoxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) in lamb meat from New Zealand
- Classification
- Class III
- Category
- food recall
- Country
- European Union
- Agency
- RASFF
- Recall date
- 2026-04-28
- Status
- Ongoing
- Areas affected
- DE
- Distribution
- Germany
Official recall notice from RASFF
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/1ed08292-b32c-453e-bd74-7ec6c0b669b9