Recall Issued for Peanut Butter in 40 States Due to Contamination
Recent developments have raised concerns over the safety of peanut butter products sold across the United States. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the recall of over 20,000 peanut butter items due to potential contamination with plastic. The recall was initiated by Ventura Foods and encompasses various brands distributed through 40 states.
Details of the Peanut Butter Recall
The recall was triggered when inspections uncovered blue plastic fragments in a production filter during the manufacturing process. This led the FDA to classify the incident as a Class II recall, indicating that exposure to the affected products could lead to temporary health issues, although serious risks are deemed low.
Affected Products
The products involved in the recall include:
- Creamy peanut butter packets, available in sizes of 0.5-ounce and 0.75-ounce cups, as well as 1.12-ounce packs.
- Twin packs that combine creamy peanut butter with strawberry jam, available in 1.12-ounce and 1-ounce cups.
- Twin packs of creamy peanut butter with grape jelly, also in 1.12-ounce and 1-ounce cups.
These products were sold under several private-label brands, including US Foods, DYMA Brands, Flavor Fresh, Sysco House Recipe, Katy’s Kitchen, and Gordon Food Service.
States Impacted by the Recall
The peanut butter affected by the recall has been distributed to a wide range of states, including:
- Alabama
- Arkansas
- Arizona
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Florida
- Georgia
- Iowa
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Kansas
- Louisiana
- Massachusetts
- Maryland
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Missouri
- Mississippi
- Montana
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Nebraska
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- Nevada
- New York
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- South Carolina
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Virginia
- Washington
- Wisconsin
Guidance for Consumers
Consumers are advised to check their peanut butter product labels for manufacturer information. The FDA suggests following instructions provided by retailers or manufacturers regarding the return or disposal of the affected items. Those who experience health concerns after consuming these products should consult with a medical professional.
