What Happened?
The contamination likely originated from a J.M.
Smucker manufacturing company in Lexington, Kentucky.
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Jif voluntarily recalled these products.
Despite the potential widespread contamination, only 21 illnesses and four hospitalizations were reported nationwide.
Which Products Were Recalled?
Although the salmonella outbreak is over, products listed in Jifs initial recall are not magically decontaminated.
They are still not safe to eat.
it’s possible for you to view a full list of impacted productshere.
So, Can You Eat Jif Peanut Butter?
Consumers can also file arecall claimwith Jif online, call the company at 1-800-828-9980, or contact them atjif.com/contact-us.
People who experience illness should contact a healthcare provider.
Smucker Company.Important information on voluntary recall of select Jif products.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Salmonellaoutbreak linked to peanut butter.
Food and Drug Administration.Outbreak investigation of Salmonella: peanut butter (May 2022).
U.S. Department of Agriculture.What is the shelf life of peanut butter?
