Botulism is a potentially fatal form of food poisoning with symptoms including general weakness, dizziness, double-vision, trouble speaking or swallowing, difficulty breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distension and constipation
No reported illnesses linked to recalled coffee, no instances of botulinum toxin found
Recalled coffee products identified by text 'Produced and distributed by Snapchill LLC' under nutrition facts panel or 'Snapchill Coffee' on label
Snapchill LLC issues nationwide recall for canned coffee products due to potential botulism contamination
Symptoms can range from six hours to up to two weeks after consuming contaminated food
A coffee manufacturer, Snapchill LLC, has issued a nationwide recall for all canned coffee products due to potential growth and production of botulinum toxin in low-acid canned foods. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) notified Snapchill that the required filing for the low-acid canned foods process was missing.
Botulism is a potentially fatal form of food poisoning, and symptoms include general weakness, dizziness, double-vision, trouble speaking or swallowing, difficulty breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distension and constipation. Symptoms can range from six hours to up to two weeks after consuming the contaminated food.
The recalled coffee products were distributed nationwide through various roasters and retailers as well as Snapchill's website. No reported illnesses have been linked to the recalled coffee, and Snapchill is not aware of any instances where their products contained botulinum toxin.
Snapchill is working on filing the necessary notification with FDA and advises consumers to either destroy the recalled products or return them for a refund. The canned coffees are identified by the text 'Produced and distributed by Snapchill LLC' underneath the nutrition facts panel, as well as some that bear 'Snapchill Coffee' on the label.
Botulism is caused by Clostridium botulinum bacteria and their toxins. The FDA advises individuals experiencing symptoms of botulism to seek medical attention immediately.
Wisconsin-based coffee manufacturer Snapchill LLC is recalling all canned coffee products nationwide due to potential growth and production of botulinum toxin in low-acid canned foods.
, The FDA notified Snapchill that the low-acid canned foods process for manufacturing the products was not filed with FDA, which is required by regulation.
Botulism is a potentially fatal form of food poisoning and symptoms include general weakness, dizziness, double-vision, trouble speaking or swallowing, difficulty breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distension and constipation.
Symptoms can range from six hours to up to two weeks after eating the contaminated food.
There have been no reported illnesses related to the recalled coffee products.
Snapchill has recalled hundreds of canned coffee products over fears they could contain the botulinum toxin.
, The recall was issued on June 17 due to the company’s current coffee-making process potentially leading to the growth and production of botulinum toxin in low-acid canned food.
The FDA noted that Snapchill’s low-acid canned foods process was not filed with the agency as regulations require.
No illnesses have been reported, and Snapchill is not aware of any instances in which its products contained the pathogen, according to the company.
The canned coffees were distributed nationwide through various coffee roasters, retailers, and on the company’s website.
Over 200 impacted products and brands are detailed on the FDA’s website, including Bolt Coffee, Euphoria Coffee, and Madcap Coffee.
Manufacturing process for low acid canned foods at Snapchill was not filed with the FDA
Recall affects products sold under various brand names, in cans from 7 to 12 oz, and bearing ‘produced and distributed by Snapchill LLC’ below nutrition facts panel
Botulism does not cause fever or loss of consciousness
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