Sabra Recalls 30,000 Cases Of Hummus Due To Possible Listeria Contamination
By Jim Donovan
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) - About 30,000 cases of Sabra hummus sold nationwide are being recalled due to a possible Listeria contamination.
Listeria is a food-borne illness that can cause high fevers and nausea in minor cases, but the infections can be fatal to people with weakened immune systems and young children, along with causing miscarriages in pregnant women. There have been no reported illnesses associated with the products.
The recalled products include:
--Sabra Classic Hummus in 10-ounce sizes with UPC/SKU 040822011143 / 300067
--Sabra Classic Hummus in 30-ounce sizes with UPC/SKU 040822014687 / 300074
--Sabra Classic Hummus without Garnish in 32 ounce sizes with UPC/SKU 040822342049 / 301216
--Sabra Classic Hummus in 17-ounce six-packs with UPC/SKU 040822017497 / 301290
--Hummus Dual Pack Classic/Garlic 23.5 ounce with UPC/SKU 040822342209 / 301283
Consumers are urged to discard any unused product or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information contact Sabra at 1-888-957-2272.