CFIA: Alpine Fresh Brand Snap Peas Recalled Due To Cyclospora
October 19, 2015 | 2 min to read
Ottawa – Costco Wholesale Canada Inc. is voluntarily recalling Alpine Fresh brand Snap Peas from the marketplace due to possible Cyclospora contamination. Consumers should not consume the recalled product described below.
The following product has been sold from Costco locations across Ontario.
Recalled products
| Brand Name | Common Name | Size | Code(s) on Product | UPC | Reason for Recall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Fresh | Snap Peas | 907 g (2 lb) |
All Best Before dates from 15-OC-01 to 15-OC-29 inclusively |
8 15887 01072 7 | Microbiological – Other – Cyclospora |
What you should do
Check to see if you have recalled products in your home. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the store where they were purchased.
Food contaminated with Cyclospora may not look or smell spoiled. Washing fresh produce will not always eliminate Cyclospora. People infected with Cyclospora can experience a wide range of symptoms, including watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, and nausea. Some people do not get sick at all, while others suffer from a severe upset stomach. Few people get seriously ill.
Background
This recall was triggered by findings by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) during its investigation into a foodborne illness outbreak. The CFIA is conducting a food safety investigation, which may lead to the recall of other products. If other high-risk products are recalled, the CFIA will notify the public through updated Food Recall Warnings.
The CFIA is verifying that industry is removing recalled products from the marketplace.
Illnesses
There have been reported illnesses associated with the consumption of this product.
More information
Alpine Fresh Inc.: 1-877-650-3481
For more information, consumers and industry can contact the CFIA by filling out the online feedback form.
Source: Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)