Stop & Shop Alerts Customers to Voluntary Recall of Late July Organic Snacks Mini Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers

Date of Recall
2012-09-29

Recall Details
- September 28, 2012 - The Stop & Shop Supermarket Company, following a recall by Late July Organic Snacks, announced it removed from sale organic mini peanut butter sandwich crackers due to possible salmonella contamination in the peanut butter.

The following products, with sell by dates of May 19, 2013 through July 11, 2013, are included in this recall:

  • Late July Organic Snacks Mini Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers, UPC 89044400070, 5 oz.
  • Late July Organic Snacks Mini Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers, UPC 89044400071, 1.125 oz.
  • Late July Organic Snacks Mini Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers, UPC 89044400072, 9 oz.

No illnesses have been reported to date. Customers who have purchased the product should discard any unused portions and bring their purchase receipt to Stop & Shop for a full refund.

Consumption of food contaminated with Salmonella can cause salmonellosis, one of the most common bacterial foodborne illnesses. Salmonella infections can be life‐threatening, especially to those with weak immune systems, such as infants, the elderly and persons with HIV infection or undergoing chemotherapy. The most common manifestations of salmonellosis are diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever within eight to 72 hours. Additional symptoms may be chills, headache, nausea and vomiting that can last up to seven days.

Consumers looking for additional information on the recall may call Late July Organic Snacks customer service at 888‐857‐6225. In addition customers may call Stop & Shop Customer Service at (800) 767‐7772 for more information. Customers can also visit the Stop & Shop website at www.stopandshop.com .

About Stop & Shop
The Stop & Shop Supermarket Company employs approximately 62,000 associates and operates more than 400 stores throughout Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, New York, and New Jersey. The company helps support local communities fight hunger, combat childhood cancer and promote general health and wellness - with emphasis on children's educational and support programs. In its commitment to be a sustainable company, Stop & Shop is a member of the U.S. Green Building Council and EPA's Smart Way program; has been awarded LEED (EB) certifications for 50 of its existing stores; and has been recognized by the EPA for the superior energy management of its stores. Stop & Shop is an Ahold company. To learn more about Stop & Shop, visit www.stopandshop.com .

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