No berries from US brand under investigation sold in local markets, UAE authorities confirm
The UAE has confirmed that no frozen berry products recalled in the US over possible E. coli contamination have been supplied to the Emirates. Authorities reviewed market data and confirmed that no affected GreenWise products were imported or sold in the UAE, the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment said. US grocery chain Publix announced a recall of four varieties of GreenWise organic…
UAE authorities have confirmed that no frozen berry products, which were recalled in the US due to potential E. coli contamination, have been supplied to the local markets. The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment reviewed market data and verified that no affected GreenWise products were imported or sold in the UAE. The recall, announced by US grocery chain Publix on July 29, affected four varieties of organic frozen blueberries and mixed berries sold across eight states.
The US Food and Drug Administration classified the recall as Class 1, indicating a high risk to consumers. The FDA reported 12 cases in Florida and Georgia between May 11 and June 5, with no reported deaths. The recalled products had expiry dates before February 9, 2028. E. coli is a type of bacteria that can cause severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, and vomiting, potentially leading to severe complications like haemolytic uraemic syndrome, which can cause kidney failure and be life-threatening.
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