Quick Update: Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Mbandaka Infections Linked to Kellogg’s Honey Smacks
Per CDC: some of Kellogg’s Honey Smacks cereal in the market has been linked to a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections
As of 6/14/18: 73 cases in 31 states
Cases linked epidemiologically, no microbiological data yet
Affected products that have been voluntarity recalled:
Products with “best if used by” date from June 14, 2018-June 14, 2019
The “best if used by” date is on the box top.
The recalled 15.3 oz. Kellogg’s Honey Smacks cereal has a UPC code of 38000 39103
The recalled 23.0 oz. Kellogg’s Honey Smacks cereal has a UPC code of 38000 14810
The UPC code is on the bottom of the box
The bottom line is DO NOT EAT recalled Kellogg’s Honey Smacks cereal: throw away, or return for a refund.