Whiskey Pecan Cookies (Breadfarm) – Metal Contamination (2012)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Whiskey Pecan Cookies, packaged in cellophane sleeve wrap, 9.6 oz each. Sold in individual sleeves or in a case of 6 packages (cello sleeves).
Brand
Breadfarm
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
"135", "141", "146", "148", "154", "155", "157", "160", "163", "166"
Products Sold
"135", "141", "146", "148", "154", "155", "157", "160", "163", "166", and "173". These are the julian dates that the dough was baked and packaged. The dough was made on 4/29/12 and 5/28/12 and frozen.
Breadfarm is recalling Whiskey Pecan Cookies, packaged in cellophane sleeve wrap, 9.6 oz each. Sold in individual sleeves due to The wheat germ used by the firm to make their products was recalled by the wheat germ manufacturer because it was potentially contaminated with metal . This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
The wheat germ used by the firm to make their products was recalled by the wheat germ manufacturer because it was potentially contaminated with metal fragments approximately 05.mm in diameter and 3-15 mm in length. The contamination occurred at the raw ingredient manufacturer.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticeDistribution
As reported by FDA
IN, WA
Page updated: Jan 10, 2026