Eggo Waffle Recall
The Kellogg Co. announced yesterday that it was “voluntarily” recalling some 10,000 cases of its Whole Wheat Nutri-Grain waffles. The announcement came after routine laboratory tests revealed a potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination among a single lot of waffles. According to the company, this is an isolated incident, affecting only one type of Eggo and Kellogg’s product.
Kellogg’s and their distributors delivered the products in question to various retailers in 25 states, including New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Maryland. To find out if your waffles are part of the recall, check the following information against what is printed on the box:
Product Name: Kellogg’s Eggo Nutri-Grain Whole Wheat Waffles
Package Size: 10-count box
UPC Code: 38000 40370
“Best If Used Before” Date: NOV 21 17 OR NOV 22 17
You can also read the full recall notice at the FDA’s website, here. So far, there have been no reports of illness related to these products. Furthermore, Kellogg’s describes this recall as entirely voluntary, and a part of their “commitment to the health and safety of the people who eat its foods.”
Information about Listeria
Listeria monocytogenes is an organism that causes serious and sometimes fatal infections in vulnerable populations. Those at the highest risk include the very old, very young, and immune-compromised. Furthermore, Listeria contamination is especially dangerous to pregnant women as it can cause miscarriage or stillbirth.
Signs and symptoms of Listeria exposure vary in their intensity and may be mild for healthy people. They include high fever, headache, nausea, stiffness, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Anyone experiencing these symptoms who has eaten this product should contact their doctor or another healthcare professional.
What to Do with Your Waffles
If you have any boxes that match the information above, Kellogg’s asks that you discard them immediately.In addition, you can contact the company for a full refund, using its regular Customer Support channels, found here.
If you have additional questions, please call Kellogg’s Customer Support team Monday-Friday from 9am-6pm ET at 1-800-962-1413.