WEDNESDAY October 3, 2007 (Foodconsumer.org) -- Kraft Foods is reportedly recalling Baker's Premium White Chocolate Baking Squares distributed across the United States due to possible contamination of Salmonella, Reuters reported today.

The affected product is sold in 6-ounce packages with UPC code 004300025200. "Test when used by" dates printed on package include 31 MAR 2008 XCZ, 01 APR 2008 XCZ, 02 APR2008 XCZ, or 03 APR 2008 XCZ.

The recall affects 24,000 cases of the chocolate, but there have been no reports of illness associated with consumption of the product, Kraft spokeswoman Cathy Pernu was cited as saying.

The recall was issued after the Food and Drug Administration tested and found salmonella in some 6-oz. packages.

Salmonella illness can cause fever, diarrhea and stomach cramps. People with poor health and compromised immune systems are at higher risk of life-threatening complications.