EU alert · RASFF Risk: Serious New Bivalve molluscs and products thereof
Presence of Escherichia coli in live mussels from Ireland
Validated by the European Commission: · Ref. 2026.9358
Summary
An EU alert has been issued regarding live mussels from Ireland due to the presence of Escherichia coli, a pathogenic micro-organism. The level detected (490 MPN/100g) exceeds the maximum permitted limit (230 MPN/100g), and as a result, distribution has been halted in France.
A RASFF notification means that a risk was identified and shared between national authorities. It does not necessarily mean the product was sold in every country — check the distribution list and the measures taken.
Product
live mussels
- Category
- Bivalve molluscs and products thereof
- Product type
- Food
- Classification
- Alert notification
Hazards found (analytical results)
- Escherichia coli - pathogenic micro-organisms — result: 490 MPN/100g (max. permitted: 230 MPN/100g)
Measures taken
- Distribution status: No distribution from notifying country
- Notification basis: Company's own check
Distributed to
France
Source: RASFF Window — European Commission
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