FindLaw Class Action and Mass Tort Center: Recalls: Food, Drugs and Medical Devices: General Mills Recalls Old El Paso Traditional Variety Refried Beans Because of Possible Health Risk
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General Mills Recalls Old El Paso Traditional Variety Refried Beans Because of Possible Health Risk
NEWS RELEASE
Contact: Marybeth Thorsgaard
(763) 764-6364
For Immediate Release
General Mills Recalls Old El Paso Traditional Variety Refried
Beans Because of Possible Health Risk
Minneapolis, MN - October 22, 2002 -- General Mills is recalling 4,080 cans
of Old El Paso Traditional Variety Refried Beans in five states (Illinois, Indiana,
Iowa, Kentucky and Missouri) because it has the potential to be contaminated
with Clostridium botulinum, the bacterium that can cause Botulism. The
potential for contamination was noted after routine testing found that the product
may have been underprocessed. There have been no reported illnesses caused by
this product.
The 4,080 cans labeled with the combination of both the following UPC code
and production date code are being recalled:
Old El Paso Refried Beans Traditional Variety - 16 ounce can size
UPC Code (on the can's printed label) 4600082121
Production date code (printed on the top or the bottom of the can) beginning
with H2FF15
The recall does not include other flavors of Old El Paso refried beans including
the 31-ounce Traditional variety, the Fat Free and Fat Free Spicy varieties,
Vegetarian or any of the varieties of Refried beans with Chilies, Cheese or
Sausage.
Botulism, a potentially fatal form of food poisoning, can cause the following
symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double-vision and trouble with speaking
or swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal
distention and constipation may also be common symptoms. People experiencing
these problems should seek immediate medical attention. Consumers also are warned
not to use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled.
The problem has been corrected and no other General Mills products are affected
by this recall.
Consumers who have purchased Old El Paso Refried Beans Traditional Variety
with this code date are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full
refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-300-8664.
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