A significant food safety alert has been triggered across the United States as Endico Brands Inc. announces an urgent, voluntary recall of specific frozen vegetable products. The recall comes after routine testing revealed potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a dangerous pathogen.
The affected products were distributed to retail stores and food service establishments in multiple states, raising concerns for both consumers and businesses. The recall is a precautionary measure, and no illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this issue.
Which Products Are Affected?
The recall encompasses a range of frozen vegetable items packaged under the Endico brand. Consumers are urged to check their freezers immediately for the following:
- Frozen Whole White Corn in 10lb packs
- Frozen Mixed Vegetables in 10lb packs
- Frozen Peas & Carrots in 10lb packs
All products involved in this recall have establishment number "EST. 4991" printed inside the USDA mark of inspection. This number is a key identifier for consumers to determine if their product is part of the recall.
What Are The Risks of Listeria?
Listeria monocytogenes is a serious infection that can cause severe, sometimes fatal, illness. Young children, elderly individuals, pregnant women, and those with compromised immune systems are particularly at risk.
Symptoms of Listeriosis can include high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhoea. The incubation period can be long, meaning symptoms may take up to 70 days to appear after consuming contaminated food.
What Should Consumers Do?
If you have purchased any of the recalled products, you are advised to:
- Do not consume the product.
- Either discard it immediately or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
- Thoroughly clean and sanitise any surfaces, containers, or utensils that may have touched the recalled products to prevent cross-contamination.
Consumers with questions are encouraged to contact Endico Brands directly for further information and guidance regarding this recall.
This event underscores the critical importance of robust food safety protocols and swift action by manufacturers to protect public health when potential risks are identified.
