Recall campaign for several Jay & Joy vegan cheeses, pâté due to possible presence of bacteria: SFA

SINGAPORE: A recall has been issued for several Jay & Joy products from France due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes, a pathogenic bacteria that can cause foodborne illness, including fever and diarrhea.

The announcement from the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) on Sunday (January 22) comes after the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) issued a recall on several products two days earlier.

Since the affected products were imported into Singapore, SFA has instructed the importer, Eurolink Nutrition, to recall the products.

The following products have been recalled: Jeanne Le Blute Vegan Blue Cheese, Jill Vegan Goat Cheese, Josephine Vegan Brie, Vegan Pate, Vegan Grated Cheese Grated Cheese and Jean Jacques Vegan Maroilles.

All batches of the products have been affected and the recall is ongoing, SFA said.

“Listeria monocytogenes is a pathogenic bacteria that can cause foodborne illness. Symptoms may include fever, abdominal cramps and diarrhea,” the agency added.

According to FSAI, in rare cases, the bacterial infection can be more serious and have serious consequences. Pregnant women, infants, people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly, are among those more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes.

“The incubation period averages three weeks, but can range from 3 to 70 days,” FSAI said.

Those who have purchased the affected product are advised not to consume it, SFA added.

People who have consumed the affected product and are concerned about their health should seek medical advice. They can also contact their point of sale with questions.