Kent Feeds Inc: Kent Flav-R-Ized Pig Nuggets Recalled for Excessive Carbadox Levels

Agency Publication Date: July 19, 2005

Summary

Kent Feeds Inc. is recalling 220 bags of Kent Flav-R-Ized 20% Pig Nuggets M50 Medicated feed because the product is superpotent for carbadox, meaning it contains higher-than-intended levels of this medication. The affected feed was distributed in 50-lb. bags to dealers in Minnesota and Iowa. Consumers who have purchased these specific bags should stop using them immediately and return them to their place of purchase for a refund.

Risk

Superpotent levels of carbadox in pig feed can lead to medication levels that exceed safety standards, potentially affecting animal health and resulting in violative drug residues in food products derived from the animals.

What You Should Do

Identify the affected product by checking for 50-lb. bags labeled as 'Kent Flav-R-Ized 20% Pig Nuggets M50 Medicated' containing 0.0055% (50 gm/ton) carbadox.
Verify that the label lists the firm name as 'Kent Feeds, Inc., General Offices - Muscatine, Iowa' and check for Recall number V-093-5.
Stop using the affected feed immediately to prevent animal health issues and medication residue risks.
Return any unused portions of the 50-lb. bags to the feed dealer or place of purchase to receive a full refund.
Contact your veterinarian if your livestock has consumed this feed and you have concerns about their health.
For further information or questions regarding this recall, contact Kent Feeds Inc. at their Muscatine, Iowa offices or call the FDA at 1-888-463-6332.

Your Remedy Options

Full Refund

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

How to: Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance. Return any unused product to the pharmacy for a refund

Affected Products

Product: Kent Flav-R-Ized 20% Pig Nuggets M50 Medicated (50-lb. bag)

Model:

V-093-5

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 32000

Status: Resolved

Manufacturer: Kent Feeds Inc

Sold By: feed dealers

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: 220/50-lb. bags

Distributed To: Minnesota, Iowa

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Summary

What You Should Do

Identify the affected product by checking for 50-lb. bags labeled as 'Kent Flav-R-Ized 20% Pig Nuggets M50 Medicated' containing 0.0055% (50 gm/ton) carbadox.

Verify that the label lists the firm name as 'Kent Feeds, Inc., General Offices - Muscatine, Iowa' and check for Recall number V-093-5.

Stop using the affected feed immediately to prevent animal health issues and medication residue risks.

Return any unused portions of the 50-lb. bags to the feed dealer or place of purchase to receive a full refund.

Contact your veterinarian if your livestock has consumed this feed and you have concerns about their health.

For further information or questions regarding this recall, contact Kent Feeds Inc. at their Muscatine, Iowa offices or call the FDA at 1-888-463-6332.