Tomato Sauce Recalled Due to Botulism Risk
First and Last Bakery LLC of Hartford, CT, has issued a recall of three tomato sauce products following a potential health hazard identified by the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
Details of the Recall
- Products affected: Tomato sauces in 20-ounce jars
- Best by dates: September (year not specified)
- Distribution: Sold in Connecticut and Massachusetts
- Retailers involved: Big Y and Stop & Shop
- Recall reason: Products were produced without an approved processing schedule or sufficient evaluation
Health and Safety Concerns
Improper processing of acidified or low-acid canned foods can lead to the production of Clostridium botulinum toxin, which causes botulism.
Failure to appropriately process acidified or low-acid canned foods can result in Clostridium botulinum toxin formation.
No illnesses have been reported so far.
Company Actions
- Sales and production of the affected sauces have been halted
- Measures are being taken to meet all regulatory standards
Note on Labels
Labels of the three recalled products were provided for consumer reference.
Author's summary: First and Last Bakery recalls tomato sauces distributed in CT and MA due to botulism risk from inadequate processing, with no reported illnesses and halted sales ongoing.