Sergeant's Pet Care Products is recalling approximately 18,791 units of Atlantis brand Tropical, Goldfish, Color Enhancer, and Betta fish food because they were found to contain melamine, an unapproved chemical additive. The contamination was identified through testing by the Georgia Department of Agriculture. These products were sold in various sizes ranging from 0.42 oz to 2.25 oz and were distributed nationwide across the United States. Consumers should stop using the affected fish food immediately and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Melamine is an unapproved feed additive that can be harmful to aquatic life if ingested. While the risk level is classified as low, the presence of this chemical constitutes a product defect and a violation of safety standards for animal feed.
Full refund at place of purchase.
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