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Gh Imports recalls Onion Minced: 16-40 Mesh: foreign object

December 11, 2019 · Gh Imports 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 recallCustomer notified firm of a metal filament found in a package of minced onion product.

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
Gh Imports
Location
San Juan, PR
Reported by FDA
December 11, 2019
Recall started
November 19, 2019
Risk class
Class II
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Nuts, seeds and dried fruit
Reason type
Foreign material

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.

  • Onion Minced: 16-40 Mesh, Net Weight: 24/kg/52.91lbs, Manufacturing Date: May, 2019, Country of Origin: China, Manufactured for GH Imports Inc.
    Quantity: 1020 cartons/52.9 lbs per carton
    Codes: LOT: YDD19108, Expiration Date: May 2021

Where it was distributed

Cartons of minced onion in bulk was distributed to consignees in Puerto Rico only.

What to do

If you have this product, check the codes above. FDA recall notices often tell consumers to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information, and if you are unsure, do not eat it. If someone becomes ill after eating a recalled food, contact a healthcare professional. See FDA’s recalls and safety alerts for company announcements.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Gh Imports recalled 1 product, including Onion Minced: 16-40 Mesh, Net Weight: 24/kg/52.91lbs, Manufacturing Date: May, 2019, Country of Origin: China, Manufactured for GH Imports….

Why was it recalled?

Customer notified firm of a metal filament found in a package of minced onion product.

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?

Cartons of minced onion in bulk was distributed to consignees in Puerto Rico only.

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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