Salmonella-positive test result prompts dry cat food recall

Natural Balance Pet Foods, Inc. has recalled two dry cat food products due to potential Salmonella contamination.

Image 2_131 The company initiated the recall following a Salmonella-positive test result in a routine state surveillance sample obtained by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.

The recall is being carried out in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

The recall

Natural Balance L.I.D. Limited Ingredient Diets Green Pea & Chicken Formula Dry Cat Food, 5-lb bag:- Best if used by 10-Mar-2022; Lot code 1008080 06:42N811202:20; UPC 2363306234
Natural Balance L.I.D. Limited Ingredient Diets Green Pea & Chicken Formula Dry Cat Food, 10-lb bag:- Best if used by 10-Mar-2022; Lot code 1008080 06:42N811202:20; UPC 2363300235

The recalled products were distributed nationwide in the United States through retail stores and online distribution.

According to the company’s recall notice, no customer complaints or illnesses have been reported to date, and no other Natural Balance Pet Foods, Inc. products are impacted by this recall.

The company

Natural Balance was founded by Dick van Patten in 1989 and was acquired by The J.M. Smucker Company in 2018 as part of its purchase of Ainsworth Pet Nutrition.

Natural Balance is now owned by Nexus Capital Management, which purchased the business from The J.M. Smucker Company in January 2021 for approximately $50 million.

What consumers need to know

Symptoms of Salmonella infection in cats may include vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, fever, or excessive salivation.
If you believe your cat may be suffering from Salmonella infection, consult your veterinarian.
Salmonella can be spread from contaminated pet food to humans, either through handling the food or through shedding of the bacteria by an infected animal.
Symptoms of Salmonella infection in humans may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever.
If you or a household member are experiencing any of symptoms of Salmonella infection, consult your healthcare provider.
Pet parents who have questions or would like to report adverse reactions to the company should call 1-833-558-0908, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. PST or visit www.naturalbalanceinc.com/contact-us
The FDA encourages consumers to report pet food-related illnesses directly to the agency. Refer to How to Report a Pet Food Complaint for details on how to proceed.

Recalls and Alerts: May 16–19, 2021

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United States

Allergy Alert: Kraft Heinz Foods Company recalls approximately 13,504 pounds of a frozen foodservice soup product due to undeclared milk and eggs. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete description of the affected products.

Allergy Alert: Torn Ranch, LLC recalls Torn Ranch Organic Dark Chocolate Blueberries (18-oz bags; Lot code 1271; Best by 05/07/22; UPC 036412020169) due to undeclared almonds.

Food Safety Recall Update: Faribault Foods, Inc. recalls certain lot codes of 15-oz cans of S&W Organic Black Beans, O Organic Brand Black Beans, and O Organic Brand Chili Beans, because the cans may have a compromised hermetic seal. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected lot codes.

Canada

Food Safety Recall Update: Restaurant Les Pyrénées recalls various soup products packed in glass jars due to absence of mandatory “Garder réfrigéré” label instruction. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Food Safety Recall: Boucherie B. Poirier inc recalls Fromage gruyère / Gruyère cheese (variable weights; Sold up to and including 19 May 2021) due to lack of labeling to indicate the cheese was made from raw (unpasteurized) milk.

Europe

Allergy Alert (Belgium): Du Fée mains recalls Du Fée mains brand Pâte à tartiner artisanale et Pâte à tartiner au Pralin / Artisanal spread and Praline spread (212g; Best before June 2021 and September 2021) due to undeclared soy and milk.

Allergy Alert (France): COUNTRY FARM FACTORY BARONNY’S recalls Baronny’s brand Rooibos La Roche aux fées due to undeclared barley malt (gluten). Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Allergy Alert (UK): WH Smith recalls Simpleas Sea Salt and Balsamic Vinegar Pea Snacks (23g; Batch code 119 21; Best before 29 April 2022) due to undeclared barley, oats and wheat (gluten).

Food Safety Recall (France): SARL CHEVALLIER recalls a range of MAISON CHEVALLIER brand meals packed in glass jars due to multiple potential health risks. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Food Safety Recall (France): SOCIETE DE DISTRIBUTION D’YFFINIAC SAS SDY HYPER U recalls FILET DE MAQUEREAU EN FRAIS EMBALLÉ LIBRE SERVICE FILET DE MAQUEREAU AU RAYON TRADITIONNEL / Mackerel fillets (Lot #1118411229; Use by 05/05/2021) due to presence of histamine.

Food Safety Recall (France): JUGLARET JEAN recalls juglaret jean michel brand tomme fermiere / raw milk cheese (Lots from 4 March 2021 to 6 April 2021) due to Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): Carrefour recalls Carrefour Bio brand Poivrons Piquillo entiers / Whole piquillo peppers (212 ml / 185g; Lot #L9289Z; Best before 16/12/2024) due to foreign matter (glass particles) contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): BIOCOOP recalls three varieties of BioCoop brand Boudin noir sausages due to foreign matter (pieces of soft plastic) contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): FURIC MAREE recalls Coques moyennes / Medium cockles (Lots shipped 11 May 2021 and 12 May 2021) due to presence of marine biotoxins.

Food Safety Recall (France): ETABLISSEMENTS THAERON FILS recalls Thaëron brand cockles (Multiple package sizes and lot codes) due to presence of marine biotoxins. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Food Safety Recall (Luxembourg): Thaëron recalls Thaëron brand cockles (Multiple package sizes and lot codes) due to presence of marine biotoxins. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

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Asia, Africa and the Pacific Islands

Allergy Alert (Israel): Mr. Cake Ltd recalls Halva spread (500g; All expiration dates up to and including 08/09/22) and Latte Nochula spread – Kinder Bueno (500g; All expiration dates up to and including 11/01/22) due to undeclared sesame and milk, respectively.

Australia and New Zealand

Food Safety Recall (New Zealand): Surti Indian Samosa Limited recalls Surti brand Paneer cottage cheese (Various weights between 200g and 500g; Best before 30JUN21) due to possible E. coli contamination.

Recalls and Alerts: May 13–15, 2021

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United States

Public Health Alert: FSIS issues a public health alert for approximately 165 pounds of imported frozen Siluriformes products. The products were imported from Brazil, a country ineligible to export Siluriformes products to the United States. A recall was not recommended because it is believed that the affected products are no longer available to be purchased by consumers. Please refer to the FSIS notice for complete information on the affected products.

Allergy Alert: BUBS Naturals recalls certain lots of its MCT Oil Powder product due to undeclared milk. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected lot codes and expiration dates.

Allergy Alert: JOLLY TIME Pop Corn recalls JOLLY TIME Healthy Pop Kettle Corn 100’s (4-count; Production code 1025 (time) 3&4; Best by January 25, 2022; UPC 2819000141) due to undeclared milk.

Food Safety Recall: Pure Éire Dairy recalls PCC Organic Grass-fed Yogurt due to possible connection to outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections in Washington State.

Canada

Food Safety Alert: CFIA warns the public not to consume unbranded Enoki Mushrooms packed for Metro Brands (99g; All units sold up to and including May 14, 2021; UPC 0 59749 94854 8; Product of Canada and Korea) due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. No illnesses have been reported.

Allergy Alert: New World Natural Foods Inc. recalls New World brand Tree Nut Butters and Flavoured Peanut Butters due to undeclared almond, cashew and peanut. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Food Safety Recall: Les Dependances recalls Castel Regio brand Taleggio DOP cheese (Variable weights; Lot #11091; Best before 2021 MA 31; UPC 3 254550 032272) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Europe

Allergy Alert (UK): Morrisons recalls Nutella Ferrero B-ready (6 Pack; All dates) due to absence of English-language of allergens, including barley and/or wheat (gluten), milk, hazelnut (nuts), and soya.

Allergy Alert (UK): Homestyle Sandwiches recalls several sandwich products due to presence of various undeclared allergens. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Allergy Alert (UK): Asda recalls Extra Special (Free From Gluten) Frozen Vegan Mushroom and Leek Pie (170g; All dates) due to undeclared milk.

Allergy Alert (UK): Tesco recalls Tesco Free From 4 Toffee & Vanilla Cones (4 x 110 ml; Batch code L10233L1; Best before end of July 2022) due to undeclared milk.

Food Safety Recall (France): MAURER TEMPE ALSACE recalls TEMPE brand La Chipolata supérieure (300g; Lot #125; Best by 22/05/2021) due to Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): MAURER TEMPE ALSACE recalls TEMPE brand Le chorizo à griller (300g; Lot #125; Best by 22/05/2021) due to Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): MAURER TEMPE ALSACE recalls TEMPE brand Chipolata aux herbes (300g; Lot #125; Best by 22/05/2021) due to Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): MAURER TEMPE ALSACE recalls TEMPE brand Colmett d’Alsace ” la gourmande” Saucisse à tartiner (150g; Lot #125; Best by 31/05/2021) due to Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (Italy): Candia Italia S.p.A recalls Latte Candia Alta Digeribilita’ 1% di grassi (25 cl; Lot #21098 U14; Best before 5/9/2021) due to bacterial contamination resulting from a sterilization problem.

Food Safety Recall (Luxembourg): Salaisons Meyer recalls certain ham products due to potential foreign matter (plexiglass) contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Food Safety Recall (UK): Marks and Spencer recalls M&S Stuffed Medjool Date Selection (350g; Best before 13 July 2021) due to possible contamination with Hepatitis A virus.

Australia and New Zealand

Food Safety Recall (New Zealand): Food Nation Ltd recalls various Food Nation brand Happy Patties, Amaze Balls and Magic Mince products due to foreign matter (metal pieces) contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.