FDA recalls more than 2 million baked goods over concerns of listeria contamination

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FDA recalls more than 2 million baked goods over concerns of listeria contamination

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall for 60 baked products, including a variety of doughnuts, over concerns of potential listeria contamination.

The recall, which impacts approximately 2 million baked goods, was issued for products manufactured by FGF Brands, a pastry wholesaler that distributes baked goods within the U.S. and Canada,

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. The reason for the recall, meanwhile, is listed as “potential for contamination with listeria monocytogenes.”

Recalled products include a variety of filled and flavored donuts, cinnamon sticks, French crullers, and fritters, some of which are also sold at Dunkin’, and were produced before Dec. 13, 2024, according to the report.

Class II classification

While the recall was initially issued on Jan. 7, it was upgraded to Class II on Wednesday. Class II is defined as “a situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote,”

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The FDA did not specify the next steps for consumers and FGF Brands did not immediately respond to USA TODAY’s request for a comment. Customers can reach the company via telephone at 905-761-3333 or via email at *****@*****.tld, according to

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can be found on the FDA’s website.

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Listeria poisoning symptoms

Listeriosis, or listeria poisoning, is a foodborne bacterial infection most commonly caused by the bacterium listeria monocytogenes,

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. It is considered a serious condition and can be dangerous or life-threatening, especially to older adults, people with weak immune systems, and pregnant women.

Listeria is the third leading cause of death from foodborne illness in the U.S., according to the CDC. The agency estimates that the disease impacts 1,600 Americans each year, with approximately 260 people dying from those infections.

Symptoms include, per the CDC:

Other gastrointestinal symptoms

Miscarriage, stillbirth, premature delivery and/or life-threatening infection of newborn infants

People in higher-risk categories who experience flu-like symptoms within two months after eating contaminated food should seek medical care.

Contributing: Natalie Neysa Alund, USA TODAY

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