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J .R. Simplot recalls TRADER JOE S TRADER POTATO TOTS is frozen potatoes: foreign object

October 21, 2020 · J .R. Simplot 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 recallProduct was recalled due to small pieces of plastic or rubber material.

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
J .R. Simplot
Location
Moses Lake, WA
Reported by FDA
October 21, 2020
Recall started
September 29, 2020
Risk class
Class II
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Prepared meals
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.

  • TRADER JOE S TRADER POTATO TOTS is frozen potatoes, SKU # 94904, retail bag has net wt. 2 lbs. Product is packaged in plastic bag. TRADER JOE S TRADER POTATO TOTS, master case is labeled as 0094 9040, frozen potatoes. There are 18/2 lbs. bags per case. The retail label is read in parts: "***SKU# 94904 *** TRADER JOE'S TRADER JOE POTATO TOTS ***KEEP FROZEN *** DIST. & SOLD EXCLUSIVELY BY: TRADER JOE'S MONROVIA, CA***".
    Quantity: 3,696 cases (18/2 lbs. bags per case)
    Codes: 420 114 20 31

Where it was distributed

distributed in CA, CT, FL, IL, PA, TX and WA.

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?

J .R. Simplot recalled 1 product, including TRADER JOE S TRADER POTATO TOTS is frozen potatoes, SKU # 94904, retail bag has net wt. 2 lbs. Product is packaged in plastic bag. TRADER….

Why was it recalled?

Product was recalled due to small pieces of plastic or rubber material.

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?

distributed in CA, CT, FL, IL, PA, TX and WA.

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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