Recall: Midwestern Pet Food Recalls Specific Lots of Sportmix Due to Aflatoxin Contamination
Aflatoxins are toxins produced by the mold Aspergillus flavus, which can grow on corn and other grains used in pet food ingredients. If consumed in high amounts, aflatoxins can cause illness and death in pets.
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Pet Food Recall
This product was recalled. Check the affected lots below and stop feeding any that match.
- Brand
- Midwestern
- Hazard
- Aflatoxin, Mold
- Recall date
- Dec 30, 2020
- Distribution
- Nationwide
- Type
- Recall
- Status
- Ongoing
Why was it recalled?
Aflatoxins are toxins produced by the mold Aspergillus flavus, which can grow on corn and other grains used in pet food ingredients. If consumed in high amounts, aflatoxins can cause illness and death in pets. Symptoms of aflatoxin poisoning include vomiting, jaundice, diarrhea, sluggishness, and decreased appetite. In severe cases, it can be fatal. Some pets may suffer liver damage without showing any symptoms.
While it is unlikely that pet owners handling products containing aflatoxin are at risk of poisoning, it is always recommended to wash hands thoroughly after handling pet food.
The…
Maker: Midwestern Pet Food.
Cause: Aflatoxin contamination
Announcement: FDA recall announcement dated January 26, 2021 (archived here)
What was recalled on December 30, 2020
For clarity, the lot code can be found on the back of the bag.
- Sportmix Energy Plus, 50 lb. bags, Lot Codes 03/02/22/05/L2, 03/02/22/05/L3 or 03/03/22/05/L2
- Sportmix Energy Plus, 44 lb. bags, Lot Code 03/02/22/05/L3
- Sportmix Premium High Energy, 50 lb. bags, Lot Code 03/03/22/05/L3
- Sportmix Premium High Energy, 44 lb. bags, Lot Code 03/03/22/05/L3
- Sportmix Original Cat, 31 lb. bags, Lot Code 03/03/22/05/L3
- Sportmix Original Cat, 15 lb. bags, Lot Codes 03/03/22/05/L2 or 03/03/22/05/L3
Overview
The affected products were distributed to online retailers and stores nationwide in the United States.
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Affected products & lot codes
| Product | Size | Lot code | UPC | Best-by |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sportmix Energy Plus, 50 lb. bags, , 03/02/22/05/L3 or 03/03/22/05/L2 | — | 03/02/22/05/L2 | — | — |
| Sportmix Energy Plus, 44 lb. bags | — | 03/02/22/05/L3 | — | — |
| Sportmix Premium High Energy, 50 lb. bags | — | 03/03/22/05/L3 | — | — |
| Sportmix Premium High Energy, 44 lb. bags | — | 03/03/22/05/L3 | — | — |
| Sportmix Original Cat, 31 lb. bags | — | 03/03/22/05/L3 | — | — |
| Sportmix Original Cat, 15 lb. bags, or 03/03/22/05/L3 | — | 03/03/22/05/L2 | — | — |
Primary source
This recall is documented in the official notice. Read the recall announcement →