Rich Products Corp

Recall #F-1367-2013 · Initiated 2013-03-28

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What happened

Rich Products Corp is recalling certain mozzarella bite products sold under multiple brand names (Farm Rich, Market Day, and Schwan's) because they may be contaminated with E. coli O121, a harmful bacteria. This is a serious recall affecting products nationwide.

Who is at risk

Everyone who consumed these products is potentially at risk, as E. coli O121 can cause serious illness in anyone.

What to do

Check your freezer for any of the recalled mozzarella bite products using the product codes and UPC numbers listed. If you have any of these items, do not eat them—throw them away or return them to your store. Contact your doctor if you or anyone in your household develops symptoms like severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, or vomiting.

Product

Mozzarella Bites distributed under the following labels: Farm Rich Cheese In a Pizzeria Style Crust, Product Code 36450 Net Wt. 22-oz bag-UPC Code 0 41322 37443 1; Product Code 37443 Net Wt. 22-oz bag-UPC Code 0 41322 37443 1; Product Code 37433 Net Wt. 22-oz bag-UPC Code 0 41322 37813 2; Product Code 37691 Net Wt. 7-oz cartons-UPC Code 0 41322 37691 6; Product Code 32521 and 32522; Net Wt. 44-oz cartons-UPC 0 41322 32521 1; Product Code 37455 Net Wt. 2 lb. cartons-UPC Code 0 41322 37455 4, Market Day, Net Wt.. 22-oz cartons-UPC Code 0 41322 80435 8, Product Code 80435; Schwan's Baked Mozzarella Bites Net Wt.. 22 oz bags- UPC Code 0 72180 61008 9, Product Code 61008, the production date range for these products is 3G1182XXXX - 3G3088XXXX.

Reason for recall

Products potentially contaminated with E. coli O121.

Quantity affected

820,577 cases

Distribution

Nationwide

Lot / code info

Julian Dates 15821182 to 15823088; Best By Dates January 1, 2013 - September 29, 2013

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit