Recall record at a glance
| Official record | F-1435-2020 |
|---|---|
| Category | Food Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Ingredients Solutions Inc. |
| Report date | Sep 16, 2020 |
| Recall initiation date | Aug 27, 2020 |
| Quantity | 18,000 lbs. |
| Location | Waldo, ME, United States |
Official product description
MBF-202 Carrageenan
Why the product was recalled
On August 28, 2020, the firm's customer discovered colored fibers up to 1/4 " in length after sifting a lot of finished carrageenan intended for use as an ingredient in a finished food product. The fibers were identified by the recalling firm as 'tie tie' a fibrous rope used for seaweed production that was present in the seaweed ingredient used to manufacture carrageenan. One August 28, 2020 the firm recalled the finished carrageenan.
Distribution information
IA, KS, WI, KY
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Telephone.
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