MyChopChop is recalling MyChopChop brand Grounded Peper from the marketplace because it may be contaminated with Salmonella bacteria. This product may have been distributed nationally at the consumer level. There have not been any reported illnesses associated with the consumption of this product. The Peper is a product of Nigeria.
The recalled product is MyChopChop Grounded Peper in 100 gram packages. There are no codes on the product, and no UPC number. All units sold up to and including June 3, 2019 are part of this recall.
The recall was triggered by Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) test results. The CFIA is conducting a food safety investigation, which may lead to the recall of more products.
If you purchased this product, do not eat it. Throw it away after first wrapping it in foil or plastic wrap so other people and animals can’t access it. You can also take it back to the store where you purchased it for a full refund.
The symptoms of Salmonella food poisoning include fever, chills, headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea that may be bloody. Food contaminated with pathogenic bacteria will not look or smell spoiled and will not have a different taste or texture but can still make you sick. Long term complications of a Salmonella infection can include reactive arthritis, endocarditis, and high blood pressure.
