Expanded recall of frozen waffles due to Listeria risk
23 october 2024 в 19:37
The manufacturer announced an expansion of the recall of hundreds of frozen waffles and other toaster products sold in many grocery stores in the United States due to potential contamination with the dangerous bacteria Listeria, the company reported on Tuesday.
Private label products manufacturer TreeHouse Foods Inc. announced a limited recall on October 18 after routine testing found Listeria at its plant in Brantford, Ontario. Further testing showed that additional production lines at the facility may also be contaminated. Production has been suspended, and the company plans to resume operations after implementing measures including «deep cleaning, sanitation, hygiene restoration», - and other safety procedures.
The company operates 26 facilities in the United States and Canada that produce private label products and beverages. It has been officially confirmed that other plants have not been affected.
The products were packaged under various names and store brands, sold in most retail stores, including but not limited to the following:
TreeHouse Foods urges consumers to check their freezers for recalled products from the full list here.
No confirmed cases of illness related to the recall have been reported. However, consumers who have recalled products at home are advised not to consume them and either dispose of them or return them to stores for a refund. Health authorities recommend thoroughly cleaning and sanitizing refrigerators to prevent contamination of other products.
Listeriosis is an infection caused by bacteria, most commonly Listeria monocytogenes. When Listeria infects the intestines, it can lead to gastrointestinal symptoms similar to other foodborne illnesses, including diarrhea and vomiting, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Gastrointestinal infections with Listeria typically begin within 24 hours of consuming contaminated food, with symptoms usually mild and resolving within three days.
Other potential symptoms may include:
If you experience symptoms of Listeria infection and suspect you may have consumed contaminated food, it is important to consult a doctor
Private label products manufacturer TreeHouse Foods Inc. announced a limited recall on October 18 after routine testing found Listeria at its plant in Brantford, Ontario. Further testing showed that additional production lines at the facility may also be contaminated. Production has been suspended, and the company plans to resume operations after implementing measures including «deep cleaning, sanitation, hygiene restoration», - and other safety procedures.
The company operates 26 facilities in the United States and Canada that produce private label products and beverages. It has been officially confirmed that other plants have not been affected.
The products were packaged under various names and store brands, sold in most retail stores, including but not limited to the following:
TreeHouse Foods urges consumers to check their freezers for recalled products from the full list here.
No confirmed cases of illness related to the recall have been reported. However, consumers who have recalled products at home are advised not to consume them and either dispose of them or return them to stores for a refund. Health authorities recommend thoroughly cleaning and sanitizing refrigerators to prevent contamination of other products.
Listeriosis is an infection caused by bacteria, most commonly Listeria monocytogenes. When Listeria infects the intestines, it can lead to gastrointestinal symptoms similar to other foodborne illnesses, including diarrhea and vomiting, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Gastrointestinal infections with Listeria typically begin within 24 hours of consuming contaminated food, with symptoms usually mild and resolving within three days.
Other potential symptoms may include:
If you experience symptoms of Listeria infection and suspect you may have consumed contaminated food, it is important to consult a doctor
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