April 20 - Certain batches of chorizo made by Espuna have been withdrawn from sale, because of possible contamination with salmonella.
The product was sold in a number of shops and butchers, all of which have withdrawn the affected packs from sale and have displayed notices to consumers. Local authorities have been informed and are working with shops to make sure affected packs are removed.
Salmonella is a bacterium that should not be present in any ready to eat food. It causes food poisoning.
Product detailsThe details of the affected product are:
* Brand name: Espuña
* Product: Chorizo Sarta Fort/Sharf Hot
* Pack size: 200g
* Lot numbers: 090002, 090003, 090004
* Best before: 11 June 2009, 08 June 2009