Kellogg’s Recall
On June 25, Kellogg issued a voluntary recall of select packages of Kellogg’s® Corn Pops®, Honey Smacks®, Froot Loops® and Apple Jacks® cereals.
They are recalling the following cereal products due to an off-taste and smell coming from the package liner.
Only products with the letters “KN” following the Better If Used Before Date are included in the recall.
Only packages in the white, paper-backed foil liner are affected by the off-taste and smell.
These packages are being recalled because we identified a substance in the package liner that can produce an uncharacteristic waxy-like off-taste and smell. The off-tastes and smells are caused by a slightly elevated level of a substance commonly present at very low levels in the waxy resins used to make packaging materials that are approved by the FDA. These resins are also commonly used to coat foods such as cheese, raw fruits and vegetables such as cucumbers. They did not find any substances that are not commonly used in packaging materials.
Kellogg’s says that they completed a thorough health-risk assessment with external experts in medicine, toxicology, public health, chemistry, and food safety. The experts agree that some consumers are particularly sensitive to these uncharacteristic off-tastes and smells and may have temporary symptoms, like nausea and diarrhea, which should subside shortly. These symptoms are a result of the off-taste and odor in the food; they are not caused by any harmful material in the food.
You should not eat the recalled product because it does not meet quality standards. If you have conerns about your health, you should consult their health care provider.
To get a refund for your cereal, call the Kellogg Consumer Response Center at 888-801-4163.
Posted: June 29th, 2010 under Uncategorized.
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