Smith's Country Cheese recalls Gouda with horseradish spread due to non-pathogenic E. Coli contamination. Consumers should check expiration dates and contact the company for details.
Contaminated with non pathogenic E. Coli
Smith's Country Cheese is recalling Gouda cheese with horseradish spread because it was contaminated with non-pathogenic E. Coli. This type of bacteria does not cause illness but is still a health concern.
The product was contaminated with non-pathogenic E. Coli, a type of bacteria that does not cause illness but may still pose a health risk. This contamination occurred during the manufacturing process.
Anyone who purchased Smith's Country Cheese-Gouda with horseradish spread before the expiration date of February 27, 2016. The risk is low as the E. Coli strain is non-pathogenic and does not cause illness.
Check for the product name 'Smith's Country Cheese-Gouda with Horseradish Spread' in an 8 oz. plastic container with an expiration date of February 27, 2016.
Verify the expiration date on the product is February 27, 2016.
The product contains non-pathogenic E. Coli, which does not cause illness, but it is still recommended to check the expiration date and contact the manufacturer for further details.
Check the expiration date and contact Smith's Country Cheese, Inc. for instructions on what to do with the product.
No, the non-pathogenic E. Coli does not cause illness, so there is no risk of serious injury.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Smith's Country Cheese to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-0698-2016 — Smith's Country Cheese Smith's Country Cheese Hello, I own a Smith's Country Cheese that is covered by recall F-0698-2016 from Smith's Country Cheese. 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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