A popular brand of apple juice sold at Coles supermarkets in Victoria and New South Wales has been recalled over contamination fears.
A notice issued by Food Standards Australia New Zealand on Wednesday confirmed that Thirsty Brothers Pty Ltd had recalled the Original Juice Co. Black Label Cloudy Apple Juice 1.5L over fears of microbial (Mycotoxin – Patulin) contamination.
The notice said, “Food products containing Mycotoxin – Patulin may cause illness if consumed.”
“Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice and should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.”
Patulin is a mycotoxin most commonly found in rotting or damaged apples, and may not have been detected before the manufacturing process began.
The impacted items have a use-by date of 07/10/2021 and should not be consumed.
Concerned customers are being urged to contact Thirsty Brothers Pty Ltd for more information and advice.
A second recall notice was also issues for Barossa Fine Foods Pastrami 100g due to non-compliant labelling.
The product was available at a range of independent supermarkets across all states and territories, except Tasmania.
“The recall is due to non-compliant labelling (incorrect printed ‘Use By’ date). The printed Use By date of 09/12/2021 is incorrect. The correct Use By date is 16/09/2021,” the regulator said.
“The food may cause illness if consumed after 16/09/2021.”
Customers are advised not to eat the product after September 16, and instead, return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
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