Trader Joe’s recalls basil linked to Salmonella infections


by CNN

CNN— Trader Joe’s recalled its Infinite Herbs organic basil on Wednesday after the product was linked to a dozen Salmonella infections in seven states. The product was sold in 2.5-ounce packages between February 1 and April 6 in 29 states and Washington, D.C., the company said. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued an alert advising consumers to throw away any Infinite Herbs organic basil purchased from Trader Joe’s and to clean surfaces and items that may have come in contact with...

People—Trader Joe’s Recalls Fresh Basil Linked to a Dozen Salmonella Cases in 7 U.S. States. Trader Joe’s announced a recall for its Infinite Herbs Organic Basil, sold in 2.5-ounce packages in Eastern U.S. states, after the Centers for Disease Control received reports of a dozen Salmonella infections linked to the product.

WWLP.com—Basil sold at Trader Joe’s linked to potential salmonella infections. The CDC is alerting residents of an outbreak of salmonella infections that may be linked to basil sold at Trader Joe’s in several states, including Massachusetts.

ABC Chicago—Salmonella infections linked to basil sold at Trader Joe's: CDC. The CDC is warning of Salmonella infections linked to possibly contaminated basil sold at Trader Joe's. There have been 12 reports of infections.