Wax Like Taste and Smell Causes Kelogg Cereal Recall
"We have identified a substance in the package liners that can produce an uncharacteristic waxy-like off taste and smell," according to Kellogg spokeswoman J. Adaire Putnam.
According to the Kellogg web site that "while the potential for serious health problems is low, some consumers are sensitive" to the odd odors and "should not eat the recalled products because of possible temporary symptoms, including nausea and diarrhea."
Kellogg Apologizes to Consumers
"We apologize to our consumers and our customers and are working diligently to ensure that the affected products are rapidly removed from the marketplace," says David Mackay, president and chief executive officer of Kellog.
List of Recalled Cereals
Kellog says only products with the letters "KN" following the words "better if used before date" are included in the recall. Kellog says consumers who have questions or want a replacement for any cereal bought can call Kellogg at 888-801-4163.
Here's a list of recalled Kellogg cereals with their UPC numbers, according to Kellogg's web site:
Kellogg's Apple Jacks
- UPC 3800039132 3: 8.7 ounce packages with Better if Used Before Dates between JUN 03 2011 and JUN 22 2011
- UPC 3800039136 1: 17 ounce package with Better if Used Before Dates between APR 10 2011 and JUN 22 2011
Kellogg's Corn Pops
- UPC 3800039116 3: 9.2 ounce packages with Better if Used Before Dates between APR 05 2011 and JUN 22 2011
- UPC 3800039109 5: 12.5 ounce packages with Better if Used Before Dates between MAR 26 2011 and JUN 22 2011
- UPC 3800039111 8: 17.2 ounce packages with Better if Used Before Dates between MAR 26 2011 and JUN 22 2011
Kellogg's Froot Loops
- UPC 3800039125 5: 8.7 ounce packages with Better if Used Before Dates between MAR 26 2011 and JUN 22 2011
- UPC 3800039118 7: 12.2 ounce packages with Better if Used Before Dates between MAR 26 2011 and JUN 22 2011
- UPC 3800039120 0: 17 ounce packages with Better if Used Before Dates between MAR 26 2011 and JUN 22 2011
Kellogg's Honey Smacks
- UPC 3800039103 3: 15.3 ounce packages with Better if Used Before Dates between MAR 26 2011 and JUN 22 2011