Food
SFA recalled popular durian mooncakes over excessive bacteria levels
As part of its regulatory sampling, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) detected Bacillus cereus in Four Seasons Durian’s Mini D24 Durian Mooncake, exceeding permitted levels. The product has been recalled. B. cereus, commonly found in the environment, can cause food poisoning, with symptoms including nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea.
SINGAPORE: A popular brand of durian mooncakes is being recalled after exceeding Singapore’s food safety standards for bacteria levels.
The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) announced on Thursday (12 September) that all batches of Four Seasons Durian’s mini D24 durian mooncakes have been affected.
The SFA detected the presence of Bacillus cereus (B. cereus) bacteria in the mooncakes as part of its regular sampling of mooncakes for food safety checks.
B. cereus is commonly found in the environment as well as in the intestinal tracts of insects and mammals.
It is a known cause of food poisoning, typically leading to symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, and diarrhoea.
The agency has advised customers not to consume the affected mooncakes.
Those who have already consumed the product and are concerned about their health should seek medical advice immediately.
Customers can also contact the place where they purchased the mooncakes for further inquiries.
The SFA continues to monitor the situation to ensure food safety standards are upheld.
