TreeHouse Foods is recalling specific frozen waffles due to a Listeria contamination risk, impacting consumers across North America.
TreeHouse Foods has announced a voluntary recall of several frozen waffle products due to potential Listeria contamination. Brands under recall include Bettergoods, Best Choice, and Clover Valley, which are sold in major retailers like Walmart, Target, and Dollar General. Listeria monocytogenes poses significant health risks, especially to pregnant women, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems.
“There have been no confirmed reports of illnesses or injuries linked to the recalled products.” – Howard Karesh
Contamination was detected through routine testing at the Brantford, Ontario, Canada facility. The recall involves numerous brands which include Always Save, Bettergoods, and Breakfast Best, among others. Distribution took place across the United States and Canada, involving major retail outlets. Consumers should check their frozen inventories and follow recall instructions issued by TreeHouse Foods.
This issue was discovered through routine testing at our manufacturing facility in Brantford, Ontario, Canada.” – Howard Karesh
The U.S. FDA and Canadian Food Inspection Agency are actively involved in the recall process. Consumers can identify recalled products through UPC and Lot Codes available on the FDA’s website. Recalled items should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase. For additional details or concerns, individuals are urged to contact TreeHouse Foods or consult their healthcare providers.
“Consumers should check their freezers for any of the products listed above and dispose of them or return the recalled product to the place of purchase for credit” – U.S. Food and Drug Administration
For those with health concerns related to Listeria contamination, the CDC advises seeking medical advice.
