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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has ordered the recall of several confectionery items, including pretzels, cookies, and snack mixes, manufactured by Palmer Candy Company, based in Iowa. This recall is due to possible contamination with salmonella. The FDA classified this recall as a Class I, which means that consumption or exposure to this product can cause severe health damage or even death. This product poses a life-threatening risk to all who consume it, especially young children, elderly and the one with a weaker immune system.
“Palmer Candy was notified by its liquid coating supplier that there was a potential for contamination with salmonella from an ingredient that was potentially contaminated from one of their suppliers.” the government agency said in a statement. These products were distributed to 17 different states: Alabama, California, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. They were sold in some retail stores such as Walmart, HyVee, Target, and Dollar General.
Since their recall on May 18 of this year until the update of the case on August 6, no individuals have been reported as affected by this product. Additionally, as a precautionary measure, the FDA has temporarily suspended the production of these Palmer Candy Company brand products while the source of the contamination is still investigated.
The affected products include:
Caramel Swirl Pretzels 4 and 6 oz. Best by: 12/18/24 – 12/28/24, 12/19/24, 12/20/24, 1/19/25
Classic Yogurt Pretzels #28. Best by: 12/11/24 – 1/8/25
Cookies and Cream, Delicious Chow #14. Best by: 12/6/24 – 1/8/25
Wrapped Pretzel Rods 8 oz. Best by: 1/22/25
7 oz. White Fudge Mini Cookies from Favorite Bakery Best by: 4/4/25, 4/5/25, 4/15/25, 4/18/25
15 oz. Frozen Munchy Medley Bowl. Best by: 1/3/25
Frosted Patriot Frosted Pretzels #28. Best by: 1/2/25, 1/3/25
Frozen Pretzels 6 oz. Best by: 1/23/25
Munchy Medley #15. Best by: 12/14/24, 1/3/25
Munchy Medley 4 and 6 oz. Best by: 12/27/24 – 12/28/24, 1/19/25
Munchy Medley To-Go 4 oz. Best by: 12/25/24, 1/19/25
15 oz. Patriotic Munchy Medley Bowl. Best by: 1/19/25
Patriotic Pretzels 6 and 14 oz. Best by: 1/19/25, 1/25/25, 1/26/25
Red, White, and Blue Patriotic Pretzel Twists 14 oz. Best by: 12/13/24 – 1/15/25
13 oz. Patriotic Snack Mix. Best by: 1/19/25, 1/22/25, 2/1/25
7 oz. Patriotic White Fudge Cookies. Best by: 4/23/25
4.5 and 12 oz. Peanut Butter Snack Mix. Best by: 11/13/24 – 12/22/24, 1/18/25
Mizzou Munchy Medley 7 oz. Best by: 12/18/24, 12/19/24
Tiger Treats 7 oz. Best by: 12/18/24, 12/19/24
Star Snacks Chow Down #25. Best by: 12/6/24, 12/7/24
10 oz. Strawberry Yogurt Coated Pretzels. Best by: 1/5/25, 1/23/25
3.25 oz. Sweet Smiles Yogurt Covered Pretzels. Best by: 12/18/24 – 1/4/25
10 oz. Vanilla Yogurt Covered Pretzels. Best by: 1/5/25 – 1/22/25
Yogurt Pretzels #14. Best by: 12/14/24 – 12/21/24
7 oz. Zebra Fudge Cookies. Best by: 3/13/25, 4/1/25 – 4/2/25
5 oz. Drizzled Caramel Corn. Best by: 1/22/25
12 oz. Drizzled Caramel Corn Snack Mix. Best by: 1/22/25
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Salmonella is a group of bacteria found in raw poultry, eggs, beef, and unwashed fruits and vegetables. In North America, it is the most common cause of foodborne illnesses. There is also a possibility of contracting it after contact with certain reptiles, such as snakes and turtles. According to MedlinePlus, the main symptoms are fever, diarrhea, abdominal cramps or stomach pain, headache, and sometimes nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite. These usually last between four and seven days. It is recommended to visit a medical center, especially if the patient is a young child, an elderly person, or someone with chronic illnesses. This disease is usually treated with antibiotics.
If you purchased a product affected by the recall, it is recommended that you contact Palmer Candy Company at (800) 831-0828 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
