2006 Multistate Outbreak of Chemical Poisoning Linked to Bakery Items
There was an outbreak of illness due the contamination of bakery goods with a floor sealant chemical. The bakery goods involved included, buns, doughnuts, and other pastries.
Tags:
chemical, floor+sealant, Buns, donuts, pastriesOverview
| Outbreak began: | December 2006 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | KS, MO |
| Pathogen: | Chemical |
| Vehicle(s): | Pastries |
| Location(s): | Private Home, Bakery |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 11 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
Sources & documents
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