Kellogg Faces Recall of Several Breakfast Cereals
According to a report posted by thestreet.com, Kellogg has announced a recall of 28 million boxes of cereal due to a strange smell and flavor emanating from the packaging. Among the cereals being recalled are Apple Jacks, Corn Pops, and Froot Loops cereals. Kellogg reported that there is a low risk of serious health problems; however, it is possible for some consumers to become ill, suffering symptoms of nausea and diarrhea.
Kellogg’s Smacks are also included in the recall. The report, which can be found at the link below, provides information on the UPC codes for each of the recalled products as well as information on the dates they were sold and the package sizes.
A company that provides products such as breakfast cereal for consumers could potentially come under fire if consumers become seriously ill resulting from anything related to their product. In this case, if it is discovered that the odor and taste is a result of a chemical and consumers become seriously ill, many consumers could wind up suing the Kellogg company for negligence in maintaining the safety of their breakfast cereals. All companies have a standard of quality control and in some cases, unfortunately, that standard is not always met, such as in this incident.
