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Oregons Wild Harvest recalls Dried whole elderberry: foreign object

May 15, 2019 · Oregons Wild Harvest Class II

Class IIFDA’s middle class: use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the chance of serious harm is remote.
Reason for the recallDried whole Elderberries are recalled due to glass fragments contamination.

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
Oregons Wild Harvest
Location
Redmond, OR
Reported by FDA
May 15, 2019
Recall started
April 26, 2019
Risk class
Class II
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Supplements and infant formula
Reason type
Foreign materialOther contamination

Is my product affected?

Compare your product’s name, size and lot or date codes with the list below. A recall usually covers only specific codes.

  • Dried whole elderberry, Oregon s Wild Harvest brand, packaged in metalized plastic bag, net wt. 4 oz or 1 lb. Each case contains 12 bags. Item # for 4 oz. is 15352. UPC of 4 oz. bag is 7 06195 05352 3. Item # for 1 lb. is 11352. UPC of 1 lb. bag is 7 06195 01352 7. The label is read in part: "***Elderberry Whole *** Herbal Supplement ***Ingredients: Organic Elderberry (Sambucus sp.) *** Suggested Use: Crush or grind berry. Add 1 teaspoon to a cup of boiling water. Steep for 5 minutes, strain and enjoy hot or cold daily*** Oregon s Wild Harvest 1601 NE Hemlock Avenue, Redmond, OR 97756***".
    Quantity: 155/4 oz bags and 197/1 lb bags
    Codes: The lot number for 4 oz. bag is 190300173. The lot number for 1 lb. bag is 190300172. There is no best by date or expiration date printed on either product.

Where it was distributed

CA, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, MD, ME, MN, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VT, WA, and WI.

What to do

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Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Oregons Wild Harvest recalled 1 product, including Dried whole elderberry, Oregon s Wild Harvest brand, packaged in metalized plastic bag, net wt. 4 oz or 1 lb. Each case contains 12 bags.….

Why was it recalled?

Dried whole Elderberries are recalled due to glass fragments contamination.

What does Class II mean?

FDA’s middle class: use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the chance of serious harm is remote.

Where was it sold or shipped?

CA, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, MD, ME, MN, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VT, WA, and WI.

What should I do if I have this product?

Compare the product name, size and lot or date codes with the details on this page. FDA recall notices often tell you to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information. If you are unsure, do not eat it.

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Sources

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