Hundreds of canned coffee products are being recalled due to concerns over botulism contamination.
Wisconsin-based Snapchill LLC is voluntarily recalling all canned coffee products manufactured by the company because the current process could lead to the growth and production of botulinum. The production of botulinum in foods can lead to botulism, a potentially fatal form of food poisoning.
The recall covers all products still within the expiration date.
The products were distributed nationwide through various coffee roasters and retail locations, as well as through direct online purchases from Snapchill. The problem was identified when the U.S. Food and Drug Administration notified Snapchill that the low-acid canned foods process for manufacturing the recalled products was not filed with FDA as required.
According to a notice from the FDA, the recalled coffee products are sold under a range of roaster and brand names, in a variety of metal can sizes ranging from 7 oz to 12 oz. The products are identifiable by the language “Produced and distributed by Snapchill LLC” underneath the nutrition facts panel. Some of the products can also be identified by the text “Snapchill Coffee” on the label. The specific products subject to this voluntary recall are listed here on the FDA website.
No illnesses have been reported to-date, and Snapchill is not aware of any instances in which the company’s products contained botulin toxin.
Consumers should either destroy the products or return the product to Snapchill or the place of purchase for a refund. Full information about the return and refund will be available at Compliance@Snapchill.com.
Botulism can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double-vision and trouble with speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distension and constipation may also be common symptoms. Symptoms can begin from six hours to two weeks after eating food that contains botulinum toxin. People experiencing these problems should seek immediate medical attention.