Oops! Tainted Salty Caramel Chocolate Pulled from Lidl Shelves Over Salmonella Fear
- Chocolate product with salted caramel flavor withdrawn due to potential salmonella contamination
Ludwig Weinrich GmbH & Co. KG has yanked the treat "Way To Go - Salted Caramel Milk Chocolate, 180g" from its stores' shelves following a salmonella scare. A batch labeled L25083a, with an expiration date of 19.2.2026, is the culprit, according to Lidl's announcement.
During an inspection, the pesky pathogen was found lurking in the chocolate treats. The stores targeted include those in Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, Berlin, Brandenburg, Hamburg, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt, Schleswig-Holstein, and Thuringia. Thankfully, the company has promptly removed the product from their inventory.
Beware of Salmonella, a notorious bacteria that packs a punch in the stomach and intestines. Its presence can lead to some serious health problems, mainly for vulnerable groups such as infants, young children, pregnant women, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Lidl urges customers to be vigilant and steer clear of the recalled product.
The salmonella scare is part of a broader food safety snafu involving the contaminate, with other items recalls happening internationally as well. Keep an eye on your local headlines for updates. Stay safe, chocolate lovers!
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- Salmonella-related products recalled internationally
- In response to the salmonella risk, Lidl has recalled the "Way To Go - Salted Caramel Milk Chocolate, 180g" from discount stores across Germany, specifically Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, Berlin, Brandenburg, Hamburg, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt, Schleswig-Holstein, and Thuringia.
- The batch L25083a, with an expiration date of 19.2.2026, is the focus of this recall due to the detection of salmonella during an inspection.
- With salmonella-related products being recalled internationally, it is essential for consumers to remain vigilant and avoid the recalled product to ensure food safety and protect against potential health issues.
