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Posted 29 April 2014 - 05:30 PM

From the Food Standards Agency: The Engine Shed recalls various batches of their vacuum-packed Organic Tofu due to a potential risk of botulism

 

Recall notice from supplier. 'Due to a packaging error a small number of packs may have been labelled with an incorrect USE BY DATE'


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Posted 01 May 2014 - 12:48 PM

I must admit I was a little sceptic when I saw the notice.

 

I mean, who tests (routinely) for botulinum these days???


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Posted 02 May 2014 - 01:42 PM

The "Date" being incorrect may be the simple issue.  However, the end effect may well be the Closa botulinum will grow and produce the toxin.  Hence the warning!"


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