Background: Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar Hvittingfoss (antigenic formula 16:b:e,n,x) is a serovar of the O:16 (I) serogroup. Found in wild and domesticated reptiles and amphibians, and in food-producing mammals, this is a rare serovar, though it has been linked to human foodborne outbreaks.
Animal reservoir: Serovar Hvittingfoss has been recovered from amphibians (both those raised as pets and for food items) and reptiles.
Geographical distribution: S. Hvittingfoss has been reported in Thailand, Nigeria, Australia, Europe and the United States.
Human outbreaks: Outbreaks linked to S. Hvittingfoss have been reported.
Year | Location | Associated source | Number of cases |
2016 | Australia | Rockmelons | 97 |
| 2010 | US-IL | Unknown | 97 |
Border rejections:
Year | Exporting country | Importing country | Associated source | Product category |
| 2020 | India | Greece | Hulled sesame seeds | Nuts, nut products and seeds |
Recalls:
| Year | Location | Recalled food | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Australia | Rockmelons1 | Fruits and vegetables |
1 The Northern Territory based company “Red Dirt” issued a trade level recall. This recall was caused by the outbreak described above.
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