BrightFarms, Inc.: WDC Greenhouse LLC

Recall #F-2363-2017 · Initiated 2017-05-17

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What happened

BrightFarms recalled their Lemon Basil herb product (0.75oz packages) because metal was found in some containers during their quality checks. The affected product was sent to distribution centers and facilities in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.

Who is at risk

Anyone who purchased this product could potentially be affected, as consuming metal fragments could cause injury.

What to do

Check your home for Bright Farms Lemon Basil 0.75oz packages with the affected best-by dates. If you have this product, do not use it—throw it away or return it to where you bought it. Contact BrightFarms customer service if you have questions about whether your package is affected.

Product

Bright Farms LEMON BASIL 0.75oz package , The salad products packaged in clear, plastic clamshells with best by dates on the package .

Reason for recall

According to the firm, they have detected metal in their product. The firm learned of the problem through an internal verification techniques. The firm believes there is a risk of a health hazard. an is enacting this recall.

Quantity affected

Cases 20

Distribution

Product was delivered to two distribution centers in Landover, Maryland and Carlisle, Pennsylvania, one food bank in Lorton, Virginia, and one facility in Laurel, Maryland.

Lot / code info

Thai Basil (0.75oz) - TB05082017

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Telephone

Terminated

2021-07-27