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Pets & Animals/Pet Food

Hartz Mountain Corp.: Gold Fish Flake Food Recalled Due to Salmonella Contamination

Agency Publication Date: September 18, 2017
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Summary

Hartz Mountain Corp. is recalling 4,368 units of Wardley Gold Fish Flake food (1 ounce / 28 grams) because the product tested positive for Salmonella. This recall was initiated after 2,448 units from a specific lot were mistakenly shipped to 10 distribution centers outside of the company's direct control. Consumers who have purchased this fish food should check their packaging immediately for matching identification codes and should not use the product.

Risk

The fish food is contaminated with Salmonella, which can cause serious illness in humans who handle the product or touch contaminated surfaces without proper handwashing. While the risk to the fish themselves is lower, the bacteria poses a significant cross-contamination risk to pet owners and household members.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your product packaging for 'Wardley Gold Fish Flake 1 ounce (28 grams)' with SKU Number 4332401525.
  2. Identify if your product belongs to Lot Code PP215 or Lot Number PP2157.
  3. Immediately stop using the affected fish food and do not provide it to your pets.
  4. Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact Hartz Mountain Corp. at 400 Plaza Dr, Secaucus, New Jersey, for further instructions.
  5. Thoroughly wash your hands and any surfaces or containers that may have come into contact with the fish food.
  6. For additional questions or to report an issue, contact the FDA Consumer Complaint Coordinator or the FDA's Center for Veterinary Medicine at 1-888-463-6332.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ’ฐFull Refund

Full refund at place of purchase

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

Affected Products

Product: Wardley Gold Fish Flake 1 ounce (28 grams)
Model:
SKU Number: 4332401525
Lot Numbers:
PP215
PP2157

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 78057
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: Hartz Mountain Corp.
Sold By: 10 distribution centers
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 4368
Distributed To: Nationwide

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

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