The FDA Issues A Warning For Cantaloupes Shipped To 5 States After Salmonella Is Detected

Cantaloupe produced by Eagle Product LLC has been recalled due to Salmonella contamination. The recall, which was issued voluntarily by Eagle Product LLC of Scottsdale, Arizona, comes after state officials in Michigan tested the cantaloupe that was sold to various retail distributors. Keep reading for more information, including exactly which products are included in the recall and what you should do if you’ve purchased them.

Cantaloupe Recalled in 5 States

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reported in their recall announcement that the recalled cantaloupes were sold whole, not cut or cubed and sold in plastic containers. The cantaloupes were sold in five different states: Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, Texas, and Virginia between August 13th and 17th. The cantaloupe will bear a red, black, and white sticker label with the brand name "Kandy." 224 cases in total, across all five states, are included in the recall. See below for the UPC and Lot Codes:

• UPC: 4050
• Lot Code: 846468

Salmonella Contamination

The recall was issued after Michigan state health officials conducted a routine test of the cantaloupe and discovered it was contaminated with Salmonella.

These recalled cantaloupes have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella , and if consumed, can lead to salmonellosis, one of the most prevalent bacterial foodborne infections. Symptoms typically include diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever. These symptoms would become noticable within six hours to six days following consumption of the contaminated foods.

What To Do If You've Purchased Recalled Product

If you've purchased a recalled cantaloupe and have already consumed it, monitor yourself and your family for any symptoms of Salmonella infection . If you've purchased the recalled cantaloupe and still have it in your home, dispose of it immediately and do not consume it. Be sure to check that you didn't cut up the cantaloupe and store it in your fridge, and if you did, be sure to throughly wash the container it was stored it.

If you are experiencing Salmonella infection symptoms, contact your healthcare provider immediately. For more information, questions, or concerns, consumers can contact Eagle Produce at 1-800-627-8674.