FDA Says Common Flavoring Maybe Contaminated With Salmonella

The FDA has issued a consumer warning for a type of flavoring that is contaminated with salmonella bacteria.

The flavoring is called hydrolyzed vegetable protein and is used in the production of a wide array of processed foods.

The flavoring is manufactured by Basic Food Flavors Inc. located in Las Vegas, Nevada.

So far no cases of salmonella poisoning have been reported.

hydrolyzed vegetable protein is used in processed foods such as canned soups, sauces, dips and dressings.

“Our investigators were able to identify this problem before any illnesses occurred,” FDA commissioner Dr. Margaret Hamburg said in a statement.

“FDA collected and analyzed samples at the facility and confirmed the presence of Salmonella Tennessee in the company’s processing equipment. The company is recalling all hydrolyzed vegetable protein in powder and paste form that it has produced since Sept. 17, 2009.”

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