Albertsons Companies, in cooperation with Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp., voluntarily recalls select ReadyMeals and deli-prepared items containing a bacon topping due to foreign matter contamination

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Albertsons Companies (ACI) has initiated a voluntary recall of seven ReadyMeals and deli-prepared products containing a bacon topping due to potential metal contamination. The affected products were sold under the Albertsons, Safeway, and Lucky brands in multiple states including Colorado, Idaho, and Nevada, with sell-thru dates up to May 21 and May 18 for select items. Fortunately, there have been no reported injuries or adverse reactions. Consumers are advised to dispose of or return the products for a full refund.

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• Potential liability risks due to metal contamination in food products.
• Possible impact on brand reputation following the recall.

BOISE, Idaho--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI), in cooperation with its supplier Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp. (“Smithfield”), has voluntarily recalled seven ReadyMeals and deli-prepared products that contain a bacon topping due to possible contamination with metal pieces. The USDA’s recall announcement can be found here.

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Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume these products and to dispose of them or return the product to their local store for a full refund.

The select ReadyMeals and deli-prepared items were available for purchase under the following store banners and locations: Albertsons, Safeway and Lucky located only in Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, North Dakota, Oregon, Utah, and Wyoming.

There have been no reports of injuries or adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.

Media and consumers with questions can contact Jim Monroe with Smithfield at 757-365-3559 or the Smithfield consumer contact line at 1-844-342-2596. Consumers can also contact Albertsons Cos. at 1-877-723-3929.

Product Recall Details:

Product Name	Size	Packaging	UPC	Sell Thru Dates	Store Names	States
Ready2Heat Chicken Breast Bacon Mac and Cheese Small	14oz (397g)	Packaged in black and gold foil containers with a clear lid and a scale label	2-94840-00000	All Sell Thru Dates up to and including 5/21	Albertsons, Safeway, Lucky	CO, ID, MT, NV, ND, OR, UT, WY
Ready2Heat Chicken Breast Bacon Mac and Cheese Medium	1lb 8oz (680g)	Packaged in black and gold foil containers with a clear lid and a scale label	2-94841-00000	All Sell Thru Dates up to and including 5/21	Albertsons, Safeway, Lucky	CO, ID, MT, NV, ND, OR, UT, WY
Ready2Eat Turkey Panini (cold)	N/A	Packaged in a 6x6 clamshell	2-15153-00000	All Sell Thru Dates up to and including 5/21	Albertsons, Safeway, Lucky	CO, ID, MT, NV, ND, OR, UT, WY
Turkey Panini (hot)	N/A	Wrapped in foil paper	2-15055-00000	All Sell Thru Dates up to and including 5/18	Albertsons, Safeway, Lucky	CO, ID, MT, NV, ND, OR, UT, WY
Ready2Eat Turkey Bacon Wrap	N/A	Packaged in 5x9 plastic container	2-15009-00000	All Sell Thru Dates up to and including 5/21	Albertsons, Safeway, Lucky	CO, ID, MT, NV, ND, OR, UT, WY
Bacon Breakfast Burrito (cold)	N/A	Wrapped in a foil paper	2-10545-00000	All Sell Thru Dates up to and including 5/21	Albertsons, Safeway, Lucky	CO, ID, MT, NV, ND, OR, UT, WY
Bacon Breakfast Burrito (hot)	N/A	Wrapped in a foil paper	2-10544-00000	All Sell Thru Dates up to and including 5/18	Albertsons, Safeway, Lucky	CO, ID, MT, NV, ND, OR, UT, WY

 

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Jim Monroe, Smithfield

757-365-3559

Smithfield consumer contact line

1-844-342-2596

Albertsons Cos.

1-877-723-3929

 

 

 

Source: Albertsons Companies

FAQ

What products did Albertsons recall due to contamination?

Albertsons recalled seven ReadyMeals and deli-prepared products containing bacon due to possible metal contamination.

Where were the recalled Albertsons products sold?

The recalled products were sold in Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, North Dakota, Oregon, Utah, and Wyoming.

What is the stock symbol for Albertsons Companies?

The stock symbol for Albertsons Companies is ACI.

Have there been any reported injuries from the recalled products?

No injuries or adverse reactions have been reported due to the consumption of the recalled products.

What should consumers do with the recalled Albertsons products?

Consumers should not consume the recalled products and either dispose of them or return them to their local store for a full refund.