Driscoll's recalls Driscoll's Fresh Blackberries: contamination
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Recall at a glance
- Recalling company
- Driscoll's
- Location
- Watsonville, CA
- Reported by FDA
- May 19, 2021
- Recall started
- April 16, 2021
- Risk class
- Class III
- Status (latest data we have)
- Terminated
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Category
- Fresh produce
- Reason type
- Other contamination
Is my product affected?
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- Driscoll's Fresh Blackberries; 6 oz. or 18 oz. containers.
Quantity: 109 crates
Codes: 1590070410, 1590070412
Where it was distributed
CA
What to do
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Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Driscoll's recalled 1 product, including Driscoll's Fresh Blackberries; 6 oz. or 18 oz. containers..
Why was it recalled?
Firm determined that pesticide Bifenazate MRL is out of compliance for the US market. US MRL = 5ppm. Product tested = 5.8ppm.
What does Class III mean?
FDA’s lowest-risk class: use of the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.
Where was it sold or shipped?
CA
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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