Kimchi Recall Due to Listeriosis Risk in Georgia, Alabama and Tennessee
Atlanta Oriental Food Wholesale Company of Atlanta, GA, is recalling its 1 gallon plastic containers of Cut Napa Kimchi and 5 gallon buckets of Cut Napa Kimchi because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The recalled Kimchi was distributed at Buford Highway Farmers Market in Doraville, Georgia as well as in five gallon buckets to companies in Georgia, Alabama and Tennessee. It comes in a 1 gallon, clear plastic package and a 5 gallon bucket marked with lot # 56090959 on the side of the containers.
The potential for contamination was noted after routine testing by the company revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in 1 gallon containers of Cut Napa Kimchi. There have been no reports of illness.
The incubation period for Listeria infection (listeriosis) can be as long as 70 days, so if you or a loved one ate some of the recalled Kimchi, you should watch for symptoms of listeriosis, including the following:
- Flu-like fever and muscle aches
- Upset stomach or diarrhea
- Stiff neck, headache, loss of balance, confusion or convulsions
- Flu-like symptoms in pregnant women
Generally, listeriosis is mild in healthy people, but unborn babies, the elderly and those with compromised immune systems can develop serious illness that can lead to death. If there is a diagnosis of listeriosis, contact our law firm.
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