Kaytee Birders' Blend Wild Bird Food Recalled for High Aflatoxin Levels

Agency Publication Date: March 21, 2023

Summary

Kaytee Products, Inc. has recalled 9,828 bags of Kaytee Wild Bird Food Birders' Blend (8 lb size) because the product contains high levels of aflatoxins, a toxin produced by certain molds. The issue was discovered during a routine inspection by the Georgia Department of Agriculture. While no injuries or bird deaths have been reported to date, high levels of this toxin can be harmful to wild birds that consume the feed.

Risk

Aflatoxins are toxins produced by mold that can grow on grains and nuts used in bird food; if consumed at high levels, these toxins can cause illness or death in wild birds.

What You Should Do

Identify the affected product by looking for 'KAYTEE WILD BIRD FOOD Birders' Blend' in 8 lb plastic bags with the specific code 'PennPak1, 102022' and a 'best by' date of '041224 939' printed on the packaging.
If you have animal health concerns regarding birds that have consumed this food, contact your veterinarian.
Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund, throw it away, or contact Kaytee Products, Inc. at their Chilton, WI office for further instructions.
Call the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 for additional questions regarding this recall.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

Option 1: Full Refund

How to: If you have animal health concerns, contact your veterinarian. Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund, or contact the manufacturer or supplier for further instructions

Option 2: Dispose of Product

How to: Throw the product away.

Affected Products

Product: KAYTEE WILD BIRD FOOD Birders' Blend (8 lb)by Kaytee

Lot Numbers:

PennPak1, 102022 (Best By 041224 939)

Recall #: V-0052-2023; Manufactured by Kaytee Products, Inc. 521 Clay Street, Chilton, WI 53014.

Product Images

Front Label, Kaytee Wild Bird Birders Blend

Back Label, Kaytee Wild Bird Birders Blend

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 91914

Status: Resolved

Manufacturer: Kaytee Products, Inc.

Sold By: Retailers in AL, FL & GA

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: 9,828/8 lb plastic bags

Distributed To: Alabama, Florida, Georgia

Agency Last Updated: April 3, 2023

Were You Affected by This Recall?

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Summary

What You Should Do

Identify the affected product by looking for 'KAYTEE WILD BIRD FOOD Birders' Blend' in 8 lb plastic bags with the specific code 'PennPak1, 102022' and a 'best by' date of '041224 939' printed on the packaging.

If you have animal health concerns regarding birds that have consumed this food, contact your veterinarian.

Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund, throw it away, or contact Kaytee Products, Inc. at their Chilton, WI office for further instructions.

Call the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 for additional questions regarding this recall.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

Option 1: Full Refund

Option 2: Dispose of Product

How to: Throw the product away.