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Winter Gardens Quality Foods recalls Trader Joes Unexpected Broccoli Cheddar Soup: foreign object

August 2, 2023 · Winter Gardens Quality Foods Class III

Class IIIFDA’s lowest-risk class: use of the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.
Reason for the recallWinter Gardens Quality Foods, 304 Commerce St., New Oxford, PA 17350 is initiating a recall of Trader Joes, Unexpected Broccoli Cheddar Soup , 20 oz. film sealed plastic container with lid, further packaged in cardboard case, keep refrigerated , because the product has insects in the frozen broccoli florets.

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
Winter Gardens Quality Foods
Location
New Oxford, PA
Reported by FDA
August 2, 2023
Recall started
July 10, 2023
Risk class
Class III
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Dairy and eggs
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 Joes Unexpected Broccoli Cheddar Soup ( Sharp Cheddar Cheese & Unexpected Cheddar Cheese )Keep Refrigerated, NET WT. 20 OZ (1 LB 4 OZ ) 567g, 12 in a Case
    Quantity: 10,889 cases
    Codes: Item #: 68470 Lot #s: 383; 384; 385; 390; 391; 392; 397; 398; 405; 406; 425; 426; 431; 433; 442 Use by dates: 7/18/2023; 7/19/2023; 7/20/2023; 7/25/2023; 7/26/2023; 7/27/2023; 8/1/2023; 8/2/2023; 8/9/2023; 8/10/2023; 8/29/2023; 8/30/2023; 9/4/2023; 9/6/2023; 9/15/2023

Where it was distributed

The product was distributed to the following states, FL, IL, CA, TX,WA, PA, CT

What to do

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Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Winter Gardens Quality Foods recalled 1 product, including Trader Joes Unexpected Broccoli Cheddar Soup ( Sharp Cheddar Cheese & Unexpected Cheddar Cheese )Keep Refrigerated, NET WT. 20 OZ (1 LB 4….

Why was it recalled?

Winter Gardens Quality Foods, 304 Commerce St., New Oxford, PA 17350 is initiating a recall of Trader Joes, Unexpected Broccoli Cheddar Soup , 20 oz. film sealed plastic container with lid, further packaged in cardboard case, keep refrigerated , because the product has insects in the frozen broccoli florets.

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?

The product was distributed to the following states, FL, IL, CA, TX,WA, PA, CT

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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