FDA Recalls Costco Salmon, Deems It a ‘Class I’ Risk

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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a serious warning regarding Costco‘s Kirkland Signature Smoked Salmon. This recall is classified as a “Class I,” which signifies the highest level of risk. The recall stemmed from worries about possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination, which could potentially lead to significant health issues. Initially recalled in October, the salmon has since been identified as posing a greater threat to consumer safety.

In this piece, we’ll explore the reasons behind the Food and Drug Administration’s decision to pull Costco’s Kirkland Signature Smoked Salmon from the market.

FDA recalls Costco’s Kirkland Signature Smoked Salmon

In simpler terms, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has raised its recall of Costco’s Kirkland Signature Smoked Salmon to its most serious level due to the detection of Listeria monocytogenes bacteria in October 2024. This bacterium can lead to serious health problems or even be fatal when consumed, hence necessitating a Class I recall which is issued only when there’s a high risk of harmful health effects from using a product.

111 instances of Kirkland Signature Smoked Salmon, packaged in twin 12-ounce containers and bearing the UPC number 0 96619 25697 6 with a best-by date of November 13, 2024, are being recalled. This salmon was distributed to Costco stores across the southeastern United States between October 9 and October 13, 2024. The product has been pulled from shelves, but it’s recommended that consumers search their freezers for any leftover packages of this smoked salmon.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advises those who have purchased the recalled salmon to either return it to Costco for a refund or safely dispose of it, given that this recall is part of an expanding list of items impacted by Listeria monocytogenes. This bacterium has triggered multiple significant food recalls over the past few months, such as the Boar’s Head deli meat recall during the summer of 2024. In light of these circumstances, it is crucial for Costco shoppers to respond promptly to safeguard their health and minimize potential risks related to consuming potentially tainted food products.

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2025-01-27 13:40