Mezzetta has issued a voluntary recall of 32-ounce GOLDEN GREEK PEPERONCINI (Medium Heat) after a Sept. 16 TikTok video showed what a consumer said was a dead rodent in a jar. The company filed a notice with the FDA, contacted the customer, requested the original jar for inspection and launched an investigation. Mezzetta reports no illnesses so far and is working with retailers to remove affected jars from sale.
Mezzetta Recalls 32‑oz 'Golden Greek' Peperoncini After TikTok Video Shows Alleged Rodent
Peperoncini product recalled after "pest contaminant" found in jar
A California food manufacturer has issued a voluntary recall after a consumer reported finding a dead rodent inside a jar of peperoncini, prompting a recall notice filed with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What Happened
Mezzetta said it became aware of a social media video, posted on Sept. 16, that appears to show a possible pest contaminant in a 32-ounce jar of Mezzetta GOLDEN GREEK PEPERONCINI (Medium Heat). In the video, a woman says she discovered what she described as a "dead baby mouse" inside the jar while preparing a meal.
Company Response
Mezzetta notified the FDA and issued a voluntary recall for the affected 32-ounce GOLDEN GREEK PEPERONCINI, labeled Medium Heat. The company says it has contacted the consumer who posted the video, requested the original jar for examination, and launched an internal investigation.
Retail Action And Consumer Safety
Mezzetta stated it has identified customers and retailers who received the recalled product and is working to isolate and remove affected jars from sale. The company also said it has not received any reports of illness or injury related to the product to date.
Consumers who have the recalled product should stop using it and follow any return or disposal instructions provided by Mezzetta or the retailer. For questions, contact Mezzetta or consult the FDA recall notice.
Product Affected: Mezzetta GOLDEN GREEK PEPERONCINI, Medium Heat, 32-ounce jars.
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