Unauthorised Novel Food Frozen Snail Meat Of The Genus Pomacea (or Pila) From Vietnam, Via The Czech Republic

Frozen snail meat from Vietnam (genus Pomacea or Pila) has been recalled in Germany because it was sold without the required authorization as a novel food. The product was distributed through the Czech Republic and classified as a Class III recall. This affects consumers in Germany who may have purchased this frozen snail meat.

Product
Unauthorised novel food frozen snail meat of the genus Pomacea (or Pila) from Vietnam, via the Czech Republic. Category: fish and fish products. Origin: Vietnam
Reason
Unauthorised novel food frozen snail meat of the genus Pomacea (or Pila) from Vietnam, via the Czech Republic
Classification
Class III
Category
food recall
Country
European Union
Agency
RASFF
Recall date
2026-05-11
Status
Ongoing
Areas affected
DE
Distribution
Germany

Official recall notice from RASFF

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/7018206b-b8b9-4f0f-9070-1ee8277923f3