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Maple Leaf Foods Inc. Recalls Over 12,000 Pounds of Canadian Smoked Bacon Due to Import Violation

Maple Leaf Foods Inc. is recalling approximately 12,036 pounds of not-ready-to-eat smoked bacon produced in Canada. The recall was issued because the product was imported into the United States without undergoing a required reinspection. The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) classified this as a Class I recall, the most serious category, due to the potential for listeria monocytogenes contamination. The affected products include Royale Natural Applewood Smoked All Natural Uncured Bacon and Top Valu Uncured Hardwood Smoked Bacon. These 12-ounce vacuum packages were distributed to retailers in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. While no illnesses have been reported to date, health officials advise consumers to check their refrigerators and freezers for the specific lot codes and sell-by dates. Consumers who have the recalled products are urged to not consume them and should either throw them away or return them to the place of purchase for a refund.

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