RW Garcia, 3 Seed, Kale Crackers, Gluten Free, Net Wt. 180g, Product of USA, ...

FDA Recall #F-0076-2017 — Class II — September 25, 2016

Recall Summary

Recall NumberF-0076-2017
Date InitiatedSeptember 25, 2016
ClassificationClass II
StatusTerminated
TypeVoluntary: Firm initiated
Product TypeFood

Recalling Firm

FirmR.W.Garcia Co., Inc.
LocationLincolnton, NC

Product Description

RW Garcia, 3 Seed, Kale Crackers, Gluten Free, Net Wt. 180g, Product of USA, Manufactured & Distributed by R.W. Garcia Co., Inc., Las Vegas, NV 89115 and Lincoln, NC 28092, Distributed by Clean Foods, Ltd, Legion House, 75 Lower Road, Kenley, Surrey, CR8 5NH.

Reason for Recall

Foreign material (metal fragments) detected in raw material.

Classification

Class II — A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.

Distribution Pattern

Consignees were notified via email on 09/25/2016.

Product Quantity

49 cases

Product Codes / Lot Numbers

Item #3082, PO numbers: B43200 and 120231, Date Code: 2/28/2017.

What Should You Do?

Stop consuming this product immediately. Check your home for the recalled item and dispose of it safely. If you experienced a health issue after consuming this product, contact your doctor and report it to the FDA MedWatch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Stop consuming the product immediately and do not donate or give it to others. Check the recall notice above for specific disposal or return instructions. Many food recalls ask you to throw the product away and retain the packaging for a possible refund from the retailer. If you purchased it online, check your order history — some retailers send recall notifications directly to customers. You do not need a receipt to report an issue or seek a refund; the fact of purchase is typically sufficient.

Foreign objects in food — including metal fragments, plastic pieces, glass shards, or rubber — can cause a range of injuries. Dental injuries (chipped or broken teeth) are the most common result. Metal and glass fragments can cause lacerations to the mouth, throat, esophagus, or intestinal tract. Hard objects may also pose a choking hazard, particularly for children and the elderly. If you consumed food containing a foreign object and are experiencing pain, difficulty swallowing, or bleeding, seek medical attention immediately. If the object was metal or glass and you swallowed it, an X-ray may be needed to determine its location.

Report foodborne illnesses and adverse food reactions to the FDA through the MedWatch Safety Reporting Portal at FDA.gov, or by calling 1-800-332-1088. You can also report issues directly to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal at SafetyReporting.hhs.gov. If you believe there is an immediate public health risk, contact your local health department. Your report helps the FDA identify contamination patterns, initiate recalls faster, and protect other consumers from the same hazard. Include as much detail as possible: the product name, lot code, purchase date and location, and a description of your symptoms or findings.

The FDA assigns a status to each recall action throughout its lifecycle. "Ongoing" means the recall is active — the firm is still working to remove the product from commerce and notify consumers. "Completed" means the recall strategy has been implemented and the FDA has determined that the recalling firm has taken all appropriate steps to remove the product. "Terminated" means the FDA has reviewed the results and concluded the recall is complete. Even if a recall is marked as completed or terminated, you should still discard any recalled products you find at home — the recall status refers to the firm's compliance actions, not the safety of product still in consumers' possession.