Campbell Soup Co. has recalled 355,000 cans of SpaghettiOs Original in the U.S. after receiving complaints of plastic pieces that cause choking.
"This product should not be eaten. People who have bought the affected product should return it to the store where it was purchased for an exchange or full refund," Campbell said in a statement. "Campbell Soup Company apologizes for the inconvenience. We apologize for any inconvenience and if you have questions please call 1-866-535-3774 or send a message."
Although Campbell Soup Co. claims that the plastic is food grade and not harmful if swallowed, items were still recalled to ensure safety. Pieces of the can's lining with the possibility of peeling off were said to be found in a small number of the 14.2 ounce cans.
Some of the cans have an expiration date of February 22, 2017. The UPC code is 51000 22432 and is printed under the bar code. For consumers who have brought the product with the said code could return the items for an exchange or full refund.
Consumers can receive more information by visiting Facebook/SpaghettiOs or calling 1-866-535-3774 between 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. EST, Monday to Friday.
The recalled cans are limited to the United States only.
Campbell Soup Company is a global food company that is headquartered in Camden, N.J.. The company is estimated to have an annual sales of more than $8 billion. The company is responsible for making a range of products, high-quality soups, simple meals, snacks, and healthy beverages.
In their company website, Campbell stated that it "is driven and inspired by our purpose: Real food that matters for life's moments. For generations, people have trusted Campbell to provide authentic, flavorful and readily available foods and beverages that connect them to each other, to warm memories, and to what's important today."
