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Over 12,000 pounds of bacon sold in three states affected by latest food recall
The Independent • • business
Key Points:
- Maple Leaf Foods, Inc. has voluntarily recalled approximately 12,036 pounds of not-ready-to-eat smoked bacon imported from Canada due to an inspection error, affecting products sold in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington.
- The recalled bacon includes two brands: Royale Natural Applewood Smoked and TOP VALU Uncured Hardwood Smoked Bacon, with specific sell-by dates in September 2026 and labeled with Canadian establishment number "EST 1."
- The recall was prompted by the discovery that these products entered the U.S. without proper inspection, and consumers are advised to discard or return the affected bacon immediately.
- No illnesses or injuries have been reported so far, but consumers who experience symptoms after consuming the product are encouraged to seek medical advice.
- This recall coincides with a widespread cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to contaminated shredded iceberg lettuce from Mexico, which has caused over 11,500 cases nationwide.
