Class II
Breadfarm
Recall #F-1968-2012 · Initiated 2012-06-26
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Breadfarm's Fig Bars may contain small metal fragments (about the size of a grain of rice to a small pebble) because contaminated wheat germ was used to make them. The metal fragments came from the wheat germ supplier, not from Breadfarm's production.
Who is at risk
Anyone who purchased Breadfarm Fig Bars from retailers in Washington State should be concerned, as consuming metal fragments could cause injury to teeth or the mouth and digestive tract.
What to do
Check your home for Breadfarm Fig Bars and do not eat them. If you have any of this product, return it to the store where you bought it. Contact your doctor if you have already eaten these bars and have mouth or stomach pain.
Product
Fig Bars (Fig Newton style), bulk packed and refrigerated for individual sales.
Reason for recall
The wheat germ used by the firm to make their products was recalled by the wheat germ manufacturer because it was potentially contaminated with metal fragments approximately 05.mm in diameter and 3-15 mm in length. The contamination occurred at the raw ingredient manufacturer.
Quantity affected
Approximately 50 to 60 pounds.
Distribution
Distributed to retailers and direct accounts in Washington State.
Lot / code info
"128" and "149". These are the julian dates that the dough was baked and packaged. The dough was produced on 5/5/12 and 5/26/12.
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Telephone
Terminated
2012-08-21
Recall classification
Remote probability of serious adverse health consequences, or temporary reversible consequences.