Recall record at a glance
| Official record | F-0072-2013 |
|---|---|
| Category | Food Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Springside Cheese Corp |
| Report date | Oct 17, 2012 |
| Recall initiation date | Sep 7, 2012 |
| Quantity | 41,616.53 lbs total |
| Location | Oconto Falls, WI, United States |
Official product description
Springside Cheese, Bacon Colby Cheese, 55-0172, V3, August 27, 2012.
Why the product was recalled
Springside Cheese Corp. is recalling cheese produced on August 21, 2012 through September 1, 2012. This voluntary recall has been initiated because the cheese has the potential to be contaminated with Giardia, a parasite, from an employee illness.
Distribution information
WI, CO
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: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit.
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