Canada
Heinz Canada Issues Voluntary Recall Affecting Half-Dozen Baby Foods
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency said Sunday that Heinz Canada is recalling six baby food products due to a packaging defect that may allow for the entry of “spoilage microorganisms.” (CFIA)
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- Tuna sweet corn chowder, package codes: 07/11/14 HH:MM*
2213+0 8GV EX57 - Butternut squash apricot peas couscous, package codes: 05/11/14 HH:MM*
2193+0 8EW EX57 - Beef butternut squash rice spinach, package codes: 23/12/14 HH:MM*
2673+0 8EY EX57 or 23/12/14 HH:MM*
2673+1 8EY EX57 - Peas zucchini spinach, package codes: 06/11/14 HH:MM*
2203+0 8EX EX57 - Sweet baby vegetables, package codes: 05/11/14 HH:MM*
2193+0 8EV EX57 - Beef bolognese with vegetables, package codes: 24/12/14 HH:MM*
2683+0 8GN EX57
The recall was announced by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) on Monday morning. Health Canada has added that the risk to the infants consuming the food is "very low to remote". The fact that Heinz Canada took the steps of making the recall was a sign of good corporate governance and erring on the side of caution. The company has asked consumers not to eat any of the recalled packages.
However, it should be noted that the event that led to the recall was a complaint by a consumer. While there have been no reports of anyone falling ill from eating the food, the symptoms to look out for are diarrhea, vomiting, and upset stomach.
Advisory details
Ottawa, March 9, 2014 - The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is informing the public that Heinz Canada has conducted a voluntary recall. The products may contain a packaging defect that may allow the entry of spoilage microorganisms.
Health Canada has reviewed the information related to these products and conducted a health risk assessment. Health Canada concluded that the health risk associated with the consumption of these products is very low to remote.
Affected products
| Brand Name | Common Name | Size | Code(s) on Product | UPC | Additional Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heinz | Peas zucchini spinach | 128 mL | 06/11/14 HH:MM* 2203+0 8EX EX57 | 0 57000 03423 8 | * HH:MM indicates the time |
| Heinz | Sweet baby vegetables | 128 mL | 05/11/14 HH:MM* 2193+0 8EV EX57 | 0 57000 03424 5 | * HH:MM indicates the time |
| Heinz | Beef bolognese with vegetables | 128 mL | 24/12/14 HH:MM* 2683+0 8GN EX57 | 0 57000 03420 7 | * HH:MM indicates the time |
| Heinz | Beef butternut squash rice spinach | 128 mL | 23/12/14 HH:MM* 2673+0 8EY EX5723/12/14 HH:MM* 2673+1 8EY EX57 | 0 57000 03421 4 | * HH:MM indicates the time |
| Heinz | Tuna sweet corn chowder | 128 mL | 07/11/14 HH:MM* 2213+0 8GV EX57 | 0 57000 03422 1 | * HH:MM indicates the time |
| Heinz | Butternut squash apricot peas couscous | 128 mL | 05/11/14 HH:MM* 2193+0 8EW EX57 | 0 57000 03425 2 | * HH:MM indicates the time |
What You Should Do
Check to see if you have the products in your home. If the products are in your home do not consume them.
Spoiled packages may not be necessarily dangerous and may be identifiable. However, if spoiled food is inadvertently consumed, it is advisable to watch for symptoms that may include upset stomach, vomiting and diarrhea.
Background
This warning was triggered by a consumer complaint. The importer, Heinz Canada, is voluntarily recalling the affected products from the marketplace.
Illnesses
There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of these products.
Source:
http://www.ctvnews.ca/health/heinz-canada-recalls-baby-food-due-to-packaging-defect-1.1721784
