The FDA is warning consumers not to use PC Organics brand baby food that was manufactured specifically for the Canadian marketplace. Some U.S. consumers may have purchased these products in Canada. The baby food has been recalled for possible Clostridium botulinum contamination.
Loblaw Companies is recalling PC Organics baby food pouches. A manufacturing error resulted in excess water in the product, which could support the growth of Clostridium botulinum. That bacteria produces a toxin that is deadly in tiny amounts. The recall was triggered by a consumer complaint.
The early symptoms of Clostridium botulinum food poisoning include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, dizziness, blurred or double vision, and dry mouth. The toxin can cause respiratory failure, paralysis, and death.
The baby food was sold in Ontario at: Fortinos, Loblaws, No Frills, Real Canadian Superstore, Real Canadian Wholesale Club, valu-mart, Your Independent Grocer, Zehrs, Shoppers Drug Mart, and affiliated independent stores. The products were sold in the Atlantic area at: Atlantic Superstore, Dominion, Cash&Carry, Real Canadian Wholesale Club, Your Independent Grocer, Shoppers Drug Mart, and affiliated independent stores. In Quebec, they were sold at: Club entrepôt, Maxi, Maxi & Cie, Presto, Provigo, Provigo le Marché, AXEP, Pharmaprix, and Intermarché. And in the West, they were sold at: Extra Foods, Loblaws City Market, No Frills, Real Canadian Superstore, Real Canadian Wholesale Club, Your Independent Grocer, Shoppers Drug Mart, and affiliated independent stores.
You can see the long list of recalled products at the FDA web site, including product photos, package sizes, and UPC numbers. All codes are recalled. The recalled products include Apple strained baby food, Apple Crisp Muffin flavor puree snack, Prunes strained baby food, Sweet Potato, Banana, & Apricot strained baby food, and many others.
If you purchased this product, do not feed it to your child and do not eat it. Throw it away in a secure garbage can or take it back to the store where you bought it for a refund.
