1. General Mills recalls Pillsbury Pizza Pops for potential E. coli contamination. 2. Affected products include various Pizza Pops with specific UPC codes. 3. Company focuses on food safety and product removal from stores. 4. Consumers advised to dispose of recalled products and contact support. 5. Recall dates are from June 9 to June 14, 2026.
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Why Neutral?
While food safety recalls can impact brand perception, historical incidents show varied stock responses. General Mills may face short-term reputational damage but retains strong market presence.
How important is it?
The recall details emphasize immediate consumer safety concerns, affecting brand loyalty, but the overall financial impact may be minimal.
Why Short Term?
The impact from recalls generally affects immediate sales and stock performance, as seen in past recalls (e.g., Chipotle). Recovery typically occurs as trust rebuilds over time.
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General Mills today announced a voluntary recall of select Pillsbury Pizza Pops products sold in Canada with "better if used by" dates of June 9, 2026 to June 14, 2026. The recall is being issued due to the potential presence of pathogenic E. coli.
This recall affects Pillsbury Pepperoni and Bacon Pizza Pops (30 count), Pillsbury Pepperoni and Bacon Pizza Pops (8 count), Pillsbury Frank's RedHot Pepperoni and Bacon Pizza Pops (4 count) and Supremo Extreme Pepperoni and Bacon Pizza Pops (30 count) with the below UPC codes and dates. Other Pillsbury Pizza Pops products are not affected by this voluntary recall.
Pillsbury Pepperoni and Bacon Pizza Pops (30 count)
Package UPC: 069052129619
Recalled Better if Used by Dates: 09JN2026WN and 10JN2026WN
Pillsbury Pepperoni and Bacon Pizza Pops (8 count)
Package UPC: 069052129671
Recalled Better if Used by Dates: 09JN2026WN and 10JN2026WN
Pillsbury Frank's RedHot Pepperoni and Bacon Pizza Pops (4 count)
Package UPC: 069052129473
Recalled Better if Used by Date: 14JN2026WN
Supremo Extreme Pepperoni and Bacon Pizza Pops (30 count)
Package UPC: 069052469012
Recalled Better if Used by Dates: 10JN2026WN, 11JN2026WN and 12JN2026WN
Food safety is General Mills' top priority, and the company is working closely with retail partners to remove the potentially impacted product.
Consumers are asked to check their freezers and dispose of the products affected by this recall. Consumers who have questions or have had to discard products covered by this recall may contact General Mills Consumer Relations at 1-800-230-8103 or our website. Any consumer concerned about illness should contact their healthcare provider.
About General Mills
General Mills makes food the world loves. The company is guided by its Accelerate strategy to boldly build its brands, relentlessly innovate, unleash its scale and stand for good. Its portfolio of beloved brands in Canada includes household names like Cheerios, Nature Valley, Old El Paso, Pillsbury, Betty Crocker and Oatmeal Crisp. Established in 1954, General Mills Canada Corporation is based in Mississauga, Ontario, and is a proud and long-time supporter of United Way and Team Canada Olympic and Paralympic Athletes. For more information, visit www.generalmills.com.
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