Major Food Recall Issued for Canned Baked Beans Sold in 23 States
A nationwide recall has been issued for over 4,500 cases of canned baked beans due to the presence of an undeclared allergen, soy. The recall, announced by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), affects Yellowstone Brown Sugar Molasses Baked Beans produced by Vietti Food Group, based in Nashville.
According to the FDA, the recall was initiated due to the presence of undeclared soy in the products, which can cause serious or life-threatening allergic reactions in individuals with soy allergies. Soy is one of the nine major food allergens that account for most serious allergic reactions in the United States, as reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The impacted products were distributed to retailers across 23 states, including Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Virginia. The affected products are 15-ounce cans with a "Best if used by" date of February 17, 2028, and can be identified by Lot Code.
The FDA warns that individuals with an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy risk serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product. As reported by NBC Chicago, "Individuals with an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy risk serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product," the FDA warned.
As reported by NBC Chicago, consumers who purchased the products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. To date, no illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported. Recalls occur when manufacturers and distributors remove products "that present a risk of injury or gross deception or are otherwise defective," according to the FDA.
The FDA requires food labels to identify the food source of all major food allergens in a product on grocery store shelves. As stated by NBC Chicago, "By law, food labels are required to identify the food source of all major food allergens in a product on grocery store shelves." The recall notice was reported by NBC Chicago, which stated that Vietti Food Group is recalling 4,515 cases of Yellowstone Brown Sugar Molasses Baked Beans.
Consumers can check their pantry to see if they have purchased the affected products and take necessary precautions to avoid any potential health risks. The recall is a precautionary measure to ensure public safety, and the FDA continues to monitor the situation. NBC Chicago reported that the affected products were shipped to nearly two dozen states, including Illinois.
According to NBC Chicago, the recall affects 4,515 cases of Yellowstone Brown Sugar Molasses Baked Beans. NBC Chicago also reported that the products can be identified by Lot Code and "Best if used by" date.
For more information on the recall, consumers can visit the FDA’s website or contact Vietti Food Group directly. NBC Chicago will continue to provide updates on this developing story as more information becomes available.
