Del Monte Canned Corn Recalled

SAN ANGELO, TX-- Del Monte Foods has announced a recall of certain cans of Del Monte Fiesta Corn for potential under-processing.

The 64,242 cases of Fiesta Corn Seasoned with Red & Green Peppers were part of the commercial sterilization process and could result in contamination by spoilage organisms or pathogens, which could lead to life-threatening illness if consumed.

There have been no reports of illness associated with these products to date. No other production codes or products are affected by this recall.

The products subject to recall are 15.25-ounce (432g) cans with the following UPC number printed on the label: 24000 02770. The product will also have one of the following “Best if Used By” dates stamped on the bottom of the can: August 14, 2021, August 15, 2021, August 16, 2021, September 3, 2021, September 4, 2021, September 5, 2021, September 6, 2021, September 22, 2021, and September 23, 2021.

If consumers have any product with the indicated UPC code and “Best if Used By” dates, they should return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or exchange. Consumers with questions may contact the company by calling the toll-free hotline at 1-800-779-7035, Monday-Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Eastern Time or by logging onto www.delmontefoods.com.

This information is provided by a press release from Del Monte.