If you’re going to go viral, make sure it’s for the right reasons. A social media video showing what appeared to be a pest contaminant inside a jar of Mezzetta Greek Peppers has prompted the condiment brand to issue a swift voluntary recall. If you have a jar in your pantry, it’s worth checking the lot number right now.
G.L. Mezzetta Inc. confirmed that the recall was triggered by the circulating video, saying the company moved quickly to contact the consumer involved and investigate the situation. No illnesses or injuries have been reported to date, but the company isn’t taking chances.
What makes this recall stand out is both its origin and the company’s response. Mezzetta was upfront about the social media video and said it immediately took steps to identify where products from the affected lot had been distributed. The company has detailed production and distribution records and is working directly with customers who received the product to isolate and remove it from sale.
According to the FDA, the recall is limited to a single lot: Mezzetta Greek Peppers, 32 oz., SKU 10106328, Lot 720106. No other Mezzetta products or lot numbers are affected at this time.
If you have a 32 oz. jar of Mezzetta Greek Peppers at home, check the lot number printed on the jar. If it matches Lot 720106, do not consume the product and contact Mezzetta directly at [email protected] for assistance and next steps.
The company is also retrieving and examining the product involved in the original consumer report and reviewing its relevant production, sanitation and food-safety records as its investigation continues.
So while a viral video might be great news for a brand under most circumstances, this is one instance where Mezzetta is undoubtedly hoping the internet forgets about it – and quickly.
