Food Recalls, Updates March 17: Chowder and Pet Food Products Removed
By Daniel Orton
Two separate food recalls have been issued concerning seafood chowder and pet food products, citing potential health risks to consumers and animals, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently reported on its website.
The recalls impact certain batches of smoked salmon chowder and clam chowder as well as raw cat food containing chicken.
Why It Matters
Food recalls are issued to protect public and pet health by removing potentially harmful products from the market. The latest recalls highlight the risks of contamination that could lead to serious health issues, including botulism in humans and avian flu concerns in pet food.
What To Know
The SeaBear Company voluntarily recalled its Smoked Salmon Chowder and Alehouse Clam Chowder due to a potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium that can cause botulism, a serious illness that affects the nervous system.
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