6 Major Food and Product Recalls You Should Know About This Week
As summer finishes and Labor Day approaches, federal authorities warn Americans to check their kitchens, backyards, and garages for dangerous products. Last week, frozen shrimp, snack cakes, and electric equipment were recalled. Although no widespread illnesses or injuries have been reported, experts caution that utilizing some of these items could put customers and pets at risk.
Walmart’s Great Value frozen raw shrimp recall is worrisome. The FDA said cesium-137-contaminated imports may have caused cancer. Several southern and midwestern states got shrimp with lot codes and best-by dates in late July and early August. Although no samples detected radiation or illnesses were documented, the FDA advises consumers to discard or return it for a refund to reduce health hazards.
Mix-ups in Walmart salad kits nationwide caused another recall. Taylor Fresh Foods discontinued Honey Balsamic Salad Kits with soy- and sesame-containing dressings. This labeling error endangers food allergy sufferers. The recalled kits had sell-by dates into early September in some jurisdictions. The business recommends users discard or return the product despite no allergic responses.
Consumers should check their pantries after J.M. Smucker recalled Hostess Ding Dong cakes. Some chocolate snack cake packaging may mold due to mechanical manufacture. Several affected lots have sell-by dates between August 30 and September 3. Whether mold-affected containers reached store shelves is unknown, but suspicious products should be thrown out.
Pet recalls affect owners. In North Carolina, Viva Raw is recalling raw cat and dog meals due to listeria and salmonella contamination. These pathogens could infect pets and merchandise handlers. The recalled pet food was sold directly and at certain New York, Florida, and California retailers. The one-pound vacuum-sealed bricks should be disposed of away from pets, children, and wildlife.
Nearly 764,000 RYOBI electric pressure washers were recalled after dozens of overheating and explosion concerns. The USCPSC recorded 32 serious injuries, including burns and facial injury, from this equipment. Long sold online and in Home Depot shops nationwide, the impacted models are deadly. Stop using them and contact the company for a repair kit.
Lastly, Air Vent recalled attic fan electric motors for fire danger. With over 150 automotive fire reports, the company has no injuries. These were sold at ABC Supply and Lowe’s for a decade. Stop using the recalled motors and get a refund from the manufacturer with ownership.
These six recalls urge people to follow federal product warnings. Frozen seafood, snack cakes, and appliances are recalled to prevent widespread harm. Checking your pantry, freezer, or tools could prevent serious health risks. Recalled products must be rejected, returned, or refunded immediately, per legislation and makers.
Sources:
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
