Jonco Industries Inc., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is recalling certain consumer white cheddar seasoning products due to possible contamination with salmonella.
The recalled products were distributed in limited quantities through retail stores.
Affected products include White Cheddar Seasoning sold in the following consumer-facing formats:
- Williams Sonoma Brand Popcorn Sampler Gift Box with White Cheddar Seasoning Ingredients. The affected lot code is 088594-2-1.
- Firework Popcorn Popping & Topping Gift Set with White Cheddar Seasoning sold at West Allis Cheese and Sausage. The affected lot code is 088594-5-1.
- Fireworks White Cheddar Seasoning, 1.6-ounce jar, sold at West Allis Cheese and Sausage. The affected lot code is 088594-7-1.
The lot code is printed on the product packaging. Product labeling has been provided to FDA for reference.
To date, no illnesses related to this problem have been reported.
The recall was initiated after Jonco Industries was notified by flavor supplier JCB Flavors of a potential salmonella issue associated with upstream powdered milk ingredients supplied by California Dairies Inc. used in the production of the product.
Jonco Industries immediately discontinued distribution of the affected product, notified customers, and withheld all remaining inventory.
Consumers who have purchased the product in question are advised not to consume the product.
About salmonella infection
Food contaminated with salmonella typically does not look, smell or taste spoiled. Anyone can get sick from a salmonella infection. Infants, young children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk for serious illness because their immune systems are weaker.
Anyone who consumes the recalled product and develops symptoms of salmonella infection should seek medical attention. Diagnosing salmonellosis requires special tests, so sick people should tell their doctors about possible exposure to salmonella. Salmonella infection symptoms can be similar to other illnesses and often lead to misdiagnosis.
Symptoms of salmonella infection may include diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever within 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Otherwise healthy adults usually become sick for 4 to 7 days. However, in some cases, diarrhea may be so severe that hospitalization may be necessary.
People with weakened immune systems, such as older adults, children, pregnant women, and cancer patients, are more likely to develop serious and sometimes life-threatening conditions.
Some people become infected without feeling sick or showing any symptoms. However, they can still spread the infection to other people.
