Pearson Foods is recalling limited kale products due to possible Salmonella contamination. Consumers should check product dates and packaging for affected items.
Pearson Foods Corporation is voluntarily recalling a limited number of packaged Kale products because they may be contaminated with Salmonella.
Pearson Foods is recalling certain kale products that may be contaminated with Salmonella. This poses a risk of foodborne illness, so affected consumers should stop using these products.
Salmonella bacteria can cause food poisoning, leading to symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. Contaminated kale may be eaten without the consumer knowing, increasing the risk of illness.
Anyone who purchased the recalled kale products from stores or online. People with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of foodborne illness.
Check for kale products with the following descriptions: 4/1 lb or 1/2 lb shredded, packaged in plastic, keep refrigerated. Look for use-by dates May 8, 2016 or May 7, 2016, and manufacturing dates April 26, 2016.
Look for the product's use-by date (May 8, 2016 or May 7, 2016) and manufacturing date (April 26, 2016) on the packaging.
No, only specific kale products with the use-by dates and manufacturing date mentioned in the recall.
Check for kale products with the use-by dates May 8, 2016 or May 7, 2016, and manufacturing date April 26, 2016.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Pearson Foods directly for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Pearson Foods to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-2011-2016 — Pearson Foods Pearson Foods Hello, I own a Pearson Foods that is covered by recall F-2011-2016 from Pearson Foods. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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