SlimFast Recalls 10 Million Cans
SlimFast Recall
Unilever, in conjunction with the FDA, has issued a voluntary recall of all Slim-Fast® ready-to-drink products. This is due to the possibility of contamination with Bacillus cereus, a micro-organism, which may cause diarrhea and possibly nausea and/or vomiting. The probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote. The products were sold in stores nationwide.
Product Description:
The products are packaged in paperboard cartons and contain four, six or 12 steel cans that are 11 FL OZ (325 mL) each. Individual cans are also sold in certain retail outlets. The recall involves all Slim-Fast® RTD products in cans, regardless of flavor, Best-By date, lot code or UPC number.
No other Slim-Fast® products are affected by this recall. No Slim-Fast® powdered shakes, meal bars, or snack bars are affected by this recall.
The recall was initiated after the company conducted quality testing on Slim-Fast® RTD products in cans. Out of an abundance of caution, the company is recalling all RTD products in cans that are currently in distribution centers, on-shelf or in back rooms in retail outlets or in consumers’ homes. The company is in the process of identifying and correcting the production issue, and will resume production and shipment of the product when the issue has been addressed and corrected.
For More Information:
Consumers who have purchased Slim-Fast® RTD products in cans are urged to discard them immediately and contact the company at 1-800-896-9479 for a full refund. The Consumer Services Center is open Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM ET. A recorded message is available 24/7.
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So many products are being recalled. It’s a little scary that you’re not sure of what’s really safe to eat anymore.
This takes weight loss to a new level with the vomiting, don’t you think? I wish we could all go back to having home grown food that has no additives and hormones… very scary.
Not long ago we had a recall on hamburger where I live and I agree with your other commenters that it is indeed scary with all the recalls on everything especially baby beds and toys.
This sounds awful. I think SlimFast sounds unpleasant anyway, without the side effects.
Simply Delicious & Katherine – Yes, it can be scary. Especially the stories coming out of China.
Julie – It does seem that recalls are becoming a way of life. That’s too bad.
Anne – I’m not big on the stuff either.
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