Farnam Companies Inc., dba Central Life Sciences: Aqueon Betta Food Recalled for Potential Salmonella Contamination

Agency Publication Date: October 28, 2019

Summary

Farnam Companies Inc. is recalling 12,192 units of Aqueon Betta Food (0.95 oz) because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The recall was recently expanded to include additional date codes and distribution into Arizona. Consumers who have this fish food should stop using it immediately and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Risk

Salmonella can affect both the pets eating the food and humans who handle the contaminated product, especially if they do not thoroughly wash their hands after contact. In humans, Salmonella can cause serious symptoms including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and fever.

What You Should Do

Check your container of Aqueon Betta Food (0.95 oz / 27g) for Item # 100106051 and UPC 15905-06051.
Look for the following expiration date codes printed on the packaging: EX03JUN22, EX04JUN22, EX05JUN22, or EX06JUN22.
If your product matches these identifiers, stop using the food to feed your fish immediately.
Return the product to the store where it was purchased for a full refund or safely dispose of it in a sealed container.
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling any recalled pet food or cleaning any surfaces that came into contact with the product.
For additional questions, contact the FDA consumer complaint coordinator or call the FDA at 1-888-463-6332.

Your Remedy Options

Full Refund

Full refund at point of purchase.

How to: Return to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact the manufacturer for further instructions

Affected Products

Product: Aqueon Betta Food (0.95 oz / 27g)

Model:

100106051

UPC Codes:

1590506051

Date Ranges: EX03JUN22, EX04JUN22, EX05JUN22, EX06JUN22

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 83221

Status: Resolved

Manufacturer: Farnam Companies Inc., dba Central Life Sciences

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: 4,608 units EXPANDED 7,584 units

Distributed To: Georgia, Illinois, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Arizona

Agency Last Updated: January 23, 2020

Were You Affected by This Recall?

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Summary

What You Should Do

Check your container of Aqueon Betta Food (0.95 oz / 27g) for Item # 100106051 and UPC 15905-06051.

Look for the following expiration date codes printed on the packaging: EX03JUN22, EX04JUN22, EX05JUN22, or EX06JUN22.

If your product matches these identifiers, stop using the food to feed your fish immediately.

Return the product to the store where it was purchased for a full refund or safely dispose of it in a sealed container.

Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling any recalled pet food or cleaning any surfaces that came into contact with the product.

For additional questions, contact the FDA consumer complaint coordinator or call the FDA at 1-888-463-6332.