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Meijer Distribution, Inc

Recall #F-2296-2012 · Initiated 2012-08-16

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What happened
Meijer Brand Mushrooms imported from The Netherlands contain more sodium than stated on the package label. This is a labeling issue where the actual sodium content is higher than what customers were told.
Who is at risk
People who need to monitor their sodium intake, such as those with high blood pressure or heart conditions, should be concerned if they purchased this product.
What to do
Check your mushroom packages for the UPCs listed (7-1373337545-0 for 4-oz or 7-1373337544-3 for 8-oz) if purchased from Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, or Ohio. If you have these products, stop using them and return them to your local Meijer store for a refund.
Product
Meijer Brand Mushrooms, imported from The Netherlands Stems & Pieces, DR WT 4-oz and 8-oz sizes/Net Wt. 6.5-oz and 13.25-oz, UPC 7-1373337545-0 and UPC 7-1373337544-3
Reason for recall
The sodium in the product is above the declared value of the sodium stated on the label.
Quantity affected
74,667 units of 4-oz and 159,349 units of 8-oz
Distribution
The 4 oz. product was distributed to 25 stores and the. 8 oz. product was distributed to 197 stores. Stores are located in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Ohio. Product was distributed from Meijer's distribution centers located in lansing, Michigan; Newport, Michigan; and Tipp City, Ohio.
Lot / code info
All lots
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Letter
Terminated
2013-08-26

Recalling firm

Meijer Distribution, Inc
2929 Walker Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544-6402
United States

Recall classification

Unlikely to cause any adverse health consequences.

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