A pantry item sold nationwide has been recalled due to salmonella contamination fears.
The Ceres Organics Australia Hulled Tahini and Unhulled Tahini 300g have been recalled over concerns it could contain the bacteria.
Hulled Tahini 300g jars with the following best-before dates could possibly be contaminated:
25/05/2023, 22/08/2023 and 01/08/2024
Unhulled Tahini 300g jars with the following best-before dates could also be contaminated:
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Consumers are being warned to not eat the product and to seek medical advice if they have already eaten it.
If consumed, foods contaminated with salmonella may cause severe gastroenteritis.
Symptoms may start between six hours and seven days after infection and include fever, diarrhoea and loss of appetite.
Most patients diagnosed with salmonella recover with fluid replacement programs and generally do not require antibiotics.
The items can be returned to their place of purchase for a full refund.
