Wednesday, July 10, 2019

Hamburger Buns and Hot Dog Buns Recalled Due to Potential for Hard Plastic

Flowers Foods, Inc. is voluntarily recalling hamburger and hot dog buns and other bakery products due to the potential presence of small pieces of hard plastic that may have been introduced during production.  The company initiated the recall following the discovery of small pieces of hard plastic in production equipment.No related injuries or illnesses have been reported.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/flowers-foods-issues-voluntary-recall-hamburger-and-hot-dog-buns-and-other-bakery-foods-due-plastic
Flowers Foods Issues Voluntary Recall of Hamburger and Hot Dog Buns and Other Bakery Foods Due to Plastic Pieces Found in Products
Summary
Company Announcement Date: July 09, 2019
FDA Publish Date: July 10, 2019
Product Type:Food & Beverages  Bakery Product/Mix
Reason for Announcement: Potential Presence of Small Pieces of Hard Plastic
Company Name:Flowers Foods, Inc.
Brand Name: Multiple brands
Product Description:  Hamburger and Hot Dog Buns

Company Announcement

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) is voluntarily recalling hamburger and hot dog buns and other bakery products due to the potential presence of small pieces of hard plastic that may have been introduced during production. Consumption of product may cause a choking hazard.

The products being recalled were distributed to retail customers under a variety of brand names and distributed in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and West Virginia.

The company initiated the recall following the discovery of small pieces of hard plastic in production equipment.No related injuries or illnesses have been reported. Following is a list of the products, UPC numbers, “best by” dates, and the first three digits of the lot number for the products involved in this recall.
Listing of Recalled Products - LINK
People should not consume these products.
Consumers should discard affected product or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may call Flowers’ Consumer Relations Center at 1-866-245-8921. The center is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST. Consumers also may contact the center via e-mail by visiting www.flowersfoods.com/contact/consumers

No comments:

Post a Comment