Kraft Heinz Recalls Taco Bell Salsa Con Queso Due to Botulism Risk
Kraft Heinz is recalling Taco Bell Salsa Con Queso Mild jars nationwide due to a risk of Clostridium botulinum growth.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class II
Class II is a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.
This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and involves Clostridium botulinum, a high-risk pathogen capable of causing severe illness, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury risk or high-risk pathogens.
Plain-English summary
Kraft Heinz Foods Company is recalling 59,708 jars of Taco Bell Salsa Con Queso Mild, 15oz retail jars, packaged in 12-count and 8-count cases. The product is identified by UPC 21000024490 and has "Best When Used By" dates of 31 OCT 2018, 01 NOV 2018, 26 DEC 2018, 27 DEC 2018, and 23 JAN 2019.
The recall was initiated because the product is at risk for the growth of Clostridium botulinum. This bacterium can produce a toxin that causes botulism, a rare but serious illness.
The affected product was distributed nationwide. Consumers who have this product in their possession should stop using it and follow instructions from the recalling firm or the FDA regarding disposal or return.
The recalled product
- Product
- Taco Bell Salsa Con Queso Mild 15oz retail jar UPC 21000024490 packaged in 12 count and 8 count cases
- Manufacturer
- KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY
- Category
- Food — Salsa / Condiments
- Affected units
- 59,708
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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