Listeria Monocytogenes Was Detected In 25 G Samples (2 Out Of 5) Of Cold-smoked Whole Capelin

Cold-smoked whole capelin fish imported from Lithuania to Latvia was found to contain Listeria monocytogenes bacteria in testing. The contamination was detected in 2 out of 5 samples tested. This is classified as a serious safety issue affecting products distributed in Latvia.

Product

Listeria monocytogenes was detected in 25 g samples (2 out of 5) of cold-smoked whole capelin. Category: fish and fish products. Origin: Lithuania

Reason

Listeria monocytogenes was detected in 25 g samples (2 out of 5) of cold-smoked whole capelin

Classification

Class I

Category

food recall

Country

European Union

Agency

RASFF

Recall date

2026-09-21

Status

Ongoing

Areas affected

LV

Distribution

Latvia

Official recall notice from RASFF

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/64d3500e-e725-4eec-a47a-ad162a85580b