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Driscoll's recalls Driscolls's Fresh Blueberries: foreign object

October 20, 2021 · Driscoll's 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 recallEuropean customer reported that berries received from this grower was found to include a few small metal spheres, about 2.45 mm diameter.

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
Driscoll's
Location
Watsonville, CA
Reported by FDA
October 20, 2021
Recall started
October 1, 2021
Risk class
Class II
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Seafood
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.

  • Driscolls's Fresh Blueberries 6 oz. and 1 pt. clamshell containers Keep refrigerated and rinse before use.
    Quantity: 1,577 cases (12 clamshells per case)
    Codes: The crate stamp/product code number are: 006794-08232021-A2; 006794-08232021-A5

Where it was distributed

CA, HI, MN, NV, 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?

Driscoll's recalled 1 product, including Driscolls's Fresh Blueberries 6 oz. and 1 pt. clamshell containers Keep refrigerated and rinse before use..

Why was it recalled?

European customer reported that berries received from this grower was found to include a few small metal spheres, about 2.45 mm diameter.

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, HI, MN, NV, 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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