Long-life cow鈥檚 milk sold in supermarkets is recalled in France
The packs of six have been recalled due to a problem with the flavour, texture, or smell. Here is what to do if you have some at home
The milk may curdle when heated. Consumers who have bought the milk are advised to take it back for a refund or exchange
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Long-life cow鈥檚 milk sold in supermarkets including Leclerc, Auchan, and Intermarch茅 has been recalled across France.
The after several clients complained about the milk. The defect has been described as an 鈥榦rganoleptic鈥� problem, meaning an issue with flavour, texture, or smell.
For example, it may curdle when heated.
VIVA 1% MG 10 Vitamines 鈥� Brique 1L x 6 - Viva Candia
Risques : Modifications organoleptiques
Motif : Remont茅es de nos consommateurs et consommatrices portant sur un d茅faut organoleptique (go没t, texture ou odeur) qui peut se car ...
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The details are:
- Brand: Candia
- Product: Viva 1% MG Vitamines
- Sold in: 1L x 6 carton packs
- Sold since: December 22, 2022
The package details are:
- Bar code: 3176571991003; Lot 22346 (16:42 鈥� 23:59), F; Minimum use date: 11/04/2023.
- Bar code: 3176571983008; Lot 22346 (16:42 鈥� 23:59), F; Minimum use date: 11/04/2023.
- Bar code: 3176571991003; Lot 22347 (00:00 鈥� 10:00), F; Minimum use date: 12/04/2023.
- Bar code: 3176571983008; Lot 22347 (00:00 鈥� 10:00), F; Minimum use date: 12/04/2023.
The milk was sold mainly in Leclerc, Intermarch茅, Auchan, and Francap supermarkets, as well as Proxy convenience stores.
The recall is voluntary. Consumers who have bought the milk are advised not to consume it, and instead to bring it back to the original point of sale for a refund or exchange.
The contact number for more information is 09 87 87 00 50.
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