The Ministry of Health has announced a major recall of several packages of Miele Ambrosoli due to a possible chemical risk. More specifically, the recall was ordered due to the presence of antimicrobial residues in the product, chemicals that can inhibit the growth of bacteria and other microorganisms.
These residues are not natural in honey, but can result from treatments carried out during production or in the management of hives, such as the administration of antibiotics to prevent bee diseases, or from accidental contamination during packaging. Even in small quantities, these residues can represent a health risk, in particular for children, pregnant women and frail people, and for this reason it was necessary to recall the contaminated batches.
The types of Ambrosoli Honey recalled
The products affected by the recall include various types of Ambrosoli honey already distributed on the market. In particular, the packages involved are: “Chocolate Mielness Mielprotein”, “Flower Honey in a Jar”, “Miele Easy Pack”, “Flower Honey Glass” and “Honey Sport Pack”.
These are the lots withdrawn from the market in detail, with their expiry dates:
It is important to underline that 3 batches (D0306, D0307 and D0310) of the Mielness Mielprotein chocolate 200 g, previously reported, are no longer subject to the recall: evidently, after further checks, it was confirmed that the antimicrobial residues were within the legal limits. These lots are then up for sale again.
What to do if you have a recalled product
All packages of Miele Ambrosoli subject to the recall have already been withdrawn from store shelves. Anyone who has purchased one of the affected lots is however invited not to consume it and to return it to the point of sale to obtain a refund or replacement.
