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Unilever America has announced a voluntary recall of some of its Skippy brand peanut butters because of possible salmonella contamination. The product was distributed in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, among other states.
The following products with use by dates of May 1612LR1, May 1712LR1, May 1812LR1, May 1912LR1, May 2012LR1 and May 2112LR1 are affected by this recall: Skippy Reduced Fat Creamy Peanut Butter, 16.3 ounces, UPC 4800100681, and Skippy Reduced Fat Super Chunk Peanut Butter, 16.3 ounces, UPC 4800100678.
No illnesses have been reported to date. Customers who have purchased the product should discard unused portions or return it to place of purchase.
Eating food contaminated with salmonella can cause salmonellosis, a common bacterial foodborne illness. Symptoms of salmonellosis include diarrhea, abdominal cramps and fever within eight to 72 hours. Additional symptoms may include chills, headache, nausea and vomiting that can last up to seven days.
For more information, visit the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.
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