Recall record at a glance
| Official record | F-0993-2018 |
|---|---|
| Category | Food Recalls |
| Classification | Class I |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage |
| Report date | Apr 11, 2018 |
| Recall initiation date | Mar 16, 2018 |
| Quantity | 12607 units |
| Location | Denver, CO, United States |
Official product description
Natural Grocers Organic Coconut Smiles, 10 oz. plastic resealable bag, Packaged by Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc. Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 986-4600
Why the product was recalled
Coconut smiles product tested positive for Salmonella.
Distribution information
To 145 Retail Natural Grocer stores nationwide. No govt/VA/military/foreign consignees.
How to read the classification
FDA Class I indicates a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. The classification shown here comes directly from the FDA enforcement record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit.
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