SunBurst Foods Barbecue Beef Recall: Listeria Risk

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Recalling firmSunBurst Foods, Inc.1002B Sunburst Dr, N/A · Goldsboro, NC 27534-8667

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What happened, in plain English

SunBurst Foods is recalling barbecue beef products due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. This bacteria can cause serious illness, especially for pregnant women, newborns, and the elderly.

Why it’s dangerous

Listeria monocytogenes is a bacteria that can cause severe infections in vulnerable populations. It grows in refrigerated conditions and can lead to miscarriage, stillbirth, or severe illness in high-risk groups.

Who’s affected

Pregnant women, newborns, and older adults are most at risk from this Listeria contamination. Anyone who purchased the affected barbecue beef products should check their lot numbers.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the UPC 7-01248-00176-6 and MFG Code 294 on the product label. The product is barbecue beef with a net weight of 4.30 ounces.

Brand
SunBurst Foods
Category
Food

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What to do — step by step

Check Product Lot Number
Look for the lot number on the product label to confirm if it's affected.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to eat?

The product has been recalled due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Do not consume until you check the lot number.

Who is most at risk from this recall?

Pregnant women, newborns, and older adults are most at risk from Listeria infections.

How do I check if my product is affected?

Check the UPC 7-01248-00176-6 and MFG Code 294 on the product label.

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Subject: Recall F-0856-2015 — SunBurst Foods SunBurst Foods

Hello,

I own a SunBurst Foods that is covered by recall F-0856-2015 from SunBurst 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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Official source: FDA Recall #F-0856-2015 (October 10, 2014) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0856-2015 to see it in context.
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SunBurst Foods, Inc. recalls Barbecue Beef, Net Wt. 4.30 oz., UPC 7-01248-00176-6, MFG Code 294

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