Glass Fragment Risk Triggers Arla Protein Pudding Recall in Mauritius

Consumers in Mauritius are being urged to check their refrigerators and cupboards after several batches of Arla Protein Pudding were recalled over a risk of glass fragment contamination.

The recall was announced following concerns that certain lots of the product may contain small pieces of glass, which pose a serious safety risk if consumed. Ingesting glass fragments can cause internal injuries to the mouth, throat and digestive tract.

Arla Foods is a major Danish-Swedish dairy cooperative and one of the largest dairy producers in the world. Its protein pudding range is sold in supermarkets and food stores across Mauritius as a high-protein snack product.

Consumers who have purchased Arla Protein Pudding are advised not to consume the product and to check whether their purchase falls within the affected batch numbers. Affected products should be returned to the point of purchase, where a refund or replacement is typically offered during a recall process.

Food product recalls in Mauritius are coordinated through the Ministry of Agro-Industry and Food Security, which works alongside the Mauritius Standards Bureau and retailers to ensure affected stock is removed from shelves. Consumers can also contact the retailer from whom they bought the product for further guidance.

This type of recall, known as a Class I recall in food safety terminology, involves products where there is a reasonable probability that consuming the item will cause serious adverse health consequences. Glass contamination in food manufacturing can occur due to breakage in processing equipment or packaging lines.

What this means for shoppers in Mauritius: if you have bought Arla Protein Pudding recently, stop consuming it immediately and check the batch number printed on the packaging. Return the product to the store for a refund. If you or anyone in your household has already consumed the product and is experiencing any unusual symptoms such as throat pain, bleeding or stomach discomfort, seek medical attention promptly at the nearest health centre or hospital.

At the time of publication, the specific batch numbers affected and the full list of retail outlets involved had not been detailed in the original report. Consumers are encouraged to monitor official announcements from the Ministry of Agro-Industry and Food Security or contact their retailer directly for the most up-to-date information.

Source: Le Defi Media