Salmonella Scare: Over 30 Snacks Recalled Across U.S. Including Target Products

More than three dozen snack products sold under numerous brand names are being recalled due to fears that one of their ingredients could be contaminated with Salmonella, a potentially deadly bacterium.

What’s Happening?

Beginning last month, California Dairies Inc. recalled buttermilk and bulk powdered milk distributed to manufacturers over concerns that the ingredients could be contaminated with Salmonella. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a safety alert regarding the recall.

Since the initial recall, multiple brands have recalled their own products that used the affected ingredients. Given the serious health risks posed by Salmonella, the FDA has compiled a single, comprehensive list of all recalled products to alert consumers.

The list primarily includes snack items sold at various locations across the United States, including products available at Target stores.

Fast Company has reached out to California Dairies Inc. for comment.

Full List of Recalled Products

As of a May 11 update from the FDA, the number of recalls linked to the original California Dairies Inc. alert totals eight. The affected products include:

• Williams Sonoma – Fireworks Popcorn (White Cheddar Seasoning)
• Stoltzfus Family Dairy – Sour Cream and Onion Cheese Curds
• Wildlife Seasoning – Flavored popcorn seasoning
• Giant Eagle – Ita Chips with Parmesan, garlic and Herbs
• Fisher, Southern Style Nuts, Squirrel Brand, Good Gather – Snack Mixes
• Pork King Good – Pork rinds and seasoning bottles
• Zapp’s – Dirty Potato chips
• Ghirardelli – Powdered Beverage Mix

The recalled snack item sold at Target is Good Gather Mexican Street Corn Trail Mix.

Symptoms of Salmonella Infection

Symptoms of a Salmonella infection vary by individual. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), most infected individuals experience:

• Watery diarrhea (which may contain blood or mucus)
• Severe stomach cramps

Additional symptoms may include:

• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite

Symptoms typically appear within 6 hours to 6 days after infection.

The FDA notes that most people recover from a Salmonella infection without treatment within 4 to 7 days. However, severe cases can be fatal. Those most at risk include:

• Elderly individuals
• Children under 5
• Pregnant individuals
• People with weakened immune systems

What Should You Do If You Have a Recalled Product?

Consumers are urged to review the full recall notices to verify whether any purchased items are included in the recall.

Detailed instructions on what to do if you have a recalled product can be found in the individual recall notices provided by the FDA.