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K-Fresh Enoki Mushroom recalled in Canada due to Listeria monocytogenes

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) reported that Kam Ding Investment Ltd. recalls K-Fresh brand enoki mushrooms due to possible Listeria contamination. The affected mushrooms were sold in 200-gram packages in British Columbia, Ontario, and Quebec. The CFIA says they may have also been sold in other provinces and territories, and the recall could be expanded after further investigation. A consumer complaint triggered this recall. There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of this product.@ https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/k-fresh-brand-enoki-mushroom-recalled-due-listeria-monocytogenes?utm_source=gc-notify&utm_medium=email&utm_content=en&utm_campaign=hc-sc-rsa-22-23

 

 

 

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El Chilar Rodriguez issued a recall of El Chilar Ground Cinnamon “Canela Molida” due to elevated lead levels

El Chilar Rodriguez LLC of Apopka, FL, is recalling 127 cases (12 bags/case) of El Chilar Ground Cinnamon “Canela Molida” (1.25 oz bag) because it may contain traces of lead. The product was distributed by La Raza LLC (8795 D’Arcy Rd, Forestville, MD 20747), which was distributed to retail stores in Maryland. No illnesses have been reported to date. The recall was initiated after the Maryland Department of Health collected product samples, and the analysis returned elevated lead concentrations. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem might be caused by potentially adulterated raw materials from the supplier. @ https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/el-chilar-rodriguez-llc-issues-voluntary-recall-el-chilar-ground-cinnamon-canela-molida-due-elevated

 

 

El Chilar Rodriguez LLC of Apopka, FL is recalling 127 cases (12 bags/case) of El Chilar Ground Cinnamon “Canela Molida” (1.25 oz bag), because it may contain traces of lead.

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Investigation of elevated lead & chromium levels in Cinnamon Applesauce pouches

The FDA has reviewed 90 confirmed complaints/reports of adverse events potentially linked to recalled products. The CDC’s National Center for Environmental Health is conducting case finding efforts in collaboration with state and local health departments. CDC’s case definition for state partners includes a blood lead level of 3.5 µg/dL or higher measured within 3 months after consuming a recalled WanaBana, Schnucks, or Weis brand fruit puree product after November 2022. As of March 8, CDC has received reports of 126 confirmed cases, 336 probable cases, and 37 suspected cases for a total of 499 cases from 44 different states through their reporting structure. For more information, please visit the CDC’s page to review their case reporting methodology and findings. The CDC and FDA have different data sources, so the counts reported by each agency will not directly correspond. In addition, some people affected by the contaminated product might be reflected in both the numbers reported by the FDA and the numbers reported by the CDC, so the numbers should not be added together. The stores affected by the recall include WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches sold nationally and have been available through multiple retailers, including Amazon, Dollar Tree, Family Dollar/Dollar Tree combination stores, and other online outlets. Schnucks-brand cinnamon-flavored applesauce pouches and variety packs were sold at Schnucks and Eatwell Markets grocery stores. Weis-brand cinnamon applesauce pouches are sold at Weis grocery stores. @ https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/investigation-elevated-lead-chromium-levels-cinnamon-applesauce-pouches-november-2023?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Investigation of Elevated Lead & Chromium Levels: Cinnamon Applesauce

Do not eat, sell, or serve multiple brands of recalled apple cinnamon fruit pouches. FDA’s investigation is ongoing.