Urgent Recall: Mallons Light Pork Sausages Withdrawn Over Salmonella Contamination

Food safety authorities have issued an urgent recall for Mallons Light 6 Pork Sausages after testing revealed the presence of Salmonella bacteria. While the affected batch passed its use-by date on 31 July 2025, consumers are being warned to check their freezers as the product was suitable for home freezing.

The recall affects a specific batch of Mallons Light 6 Pork Sausages sold in 240g packs. The product, which carries the approval number IE 406 EC and had a use-by date of 31 July 2025, was manufactured in Ireland and distributed through retail outlets across the country.

The Food Safety Authority of Ireland issued the Category 1 alert today, marking it as requiring immediate action. Recall notices are being displayed at all points of sale where the product was sold, though the primary concern now lies with consumers who may have frozen the sausages before the expiry date.

Salmonella contamination poses significant health risks, particularly for vulnerable groups including the elderly, infants, and those with weakened immune systems. Symptoms typically appear between 12 and 36 hours after consumption, though this window can extend from 6 to 72 hours.

The most common symptom is diarrhoea, which can sometimes contain blood. Other symptoms include fever, headache, and abdominal cramps. While most people recover within 4 to 7 days without treatment, severe cases can require hospitalisation, particularly when dehydration becomes a concern.

Health officials stress that anyone who has consumed the affected product and experiences these symptoms should contact their GP, particularly if symptoms are severe or persistent. The contamination was discovered during routine testing, though authorities have not disclosed how many packs were distributed or whether any illnesses have been reported.

Consumers who have the affected batch in their freezers should not consume the product under any circumstances. The sausages should be disposed of immediately or returned to the point of purchase for a full refund. Retailers have been instructed to remove any remaining stock from shelves and to display prominent recall notices.

This recall serves as a reminder to regularly check stored frozen items against food safety alerts, particularly for products approaching or past their original use-by dates. The Food Safety Authority continues to monitor the situation and will provide updates if additional batches are found to be affected.

Anyone seeking further information about the recall can contact the retailer where they purchased the product or visit the Food Safety Authority of Ireland website for the latest updates on food safety alerts.