Steve Pritchett Farms LLC: Frozen Mice Recalled for Possible Human Exposure to LCMV

Agency Publication Date: June 27, 2014

Summary

Steve Pritchett Farms LLC has recalled all frozen mice sold in ziplock bags intended for use as reptile feed. These frozen mice may be contaminated with Lymphocytic Choriomeningitis Virus (LCMV), which can be transmitted to humans through handling the product. Consumers should immediately stop using these products and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Risk

Handling the contaminated frozen mice can expose humans to Lymphocytic Choriomeningitis Virus (LCMV), a viral infection that can cause meningitis and other serious health issues, particularly in individuals with weakened immune systems or pregnant women.

What You Should Do

Check your freezer for frozen mice packaged in ziplock bags from Steve Pritchett Farms LLC.
Identify the product by looking at the package, which will display the specific type of mice and the quantity; note that these packages do not contain specific lot codes or date information.
Immediately stop handling or using the frozen mice as feed for reptiles or other animals.
Return any remaining frozen mice to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact Steve Pritchett Farms LLC for further instructions.
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling the packaging or any area where the frozen mice were stored.
For additional questions, contact the FDA consumer complaint coordinator or the agency hotline at 1-888-463-6332.

Your Remedy Options

Full Refund

Full refund upon return

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

Affected Products

Product: Frozen mice in ziplock bags

Model:

V-129-2014

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 68613

Status: Resolved

Manufacturer: Steve Pritchett Farms LLC

Sold By: Specialty retailers

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: Unknown

Distributed To: Indiana

Were You Affected by This Recall?

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Summary

What You Should Do

Check your freezer for frozen mice packaged in ziplock bags from Steve Pritchett Farms LLC.

Identify the product by looking at the package, which will display the specific type of mice and the quantity; note that these packages do not contain specific lot codes or date information.

Immediately stop handling or using the frozen mice as feed for reptiles or other animals.

Return any remaining frozen mice to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact Steve Pritchett Farms LLC for further instructions.

Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling the packaging or any area where the frozen mice were stored.

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