Last year,Benjamin Ashford Trader Joe's had a bad run of recalls. Now, the FDA and CDC are getting involved after some of the store's basil is linked to a multistate salmonella outbreak.
The grocery store chain announced Wednesday it is recalling Infinite Herbs Organic Basil sold in 2.5 ounce packages between February 1 and April 6 of this year across 29 states and Washington, D.C.
Twelve people across seven states were infected with salmonella, and one person has been hospitalized, according to the CDC. At least seven cases were linked to the basil.
The FDA also says Miami-based supplier Infinite Herbs may have been involved in getting the basil on shelves.
Here is where Trader Joe's customers may have been impacted:
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Trader Joe’s acknowledged the voluntarily recall in an announcement, writing that the the basil was removed because it “may have the potential to be contaminated with salmonella.”
Product details:
You can either discard the recalled product or take it back to Trader Joe’s for a full refund, the company wrote. Customers with questions about the recall can contact Trader Joe’s (626)-599-3817 or via email.
According to the CDC, people with salmonella infections can experience the following symptoms anywhere from six hours to six days after ingesting the bacteria:
Most people recover in four to seven days without treatment, but those with weakened immune systems may require further medical attention.
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