Great Value Organic Ground Flax Seed (Healthy Food) – metal fragments (2018)
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
Great Value Organic Ground Flax Seed, Net Wt. 16 oz. (1 LB) 454g. UPC 78742-14161, and Net Wt. 32 oz. (2 LB) 907g, UPC 78742-14165 Distributed by: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Bentonville, AR 72716
Brand
HEALTHY FOOD INGREDIENTS
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
APRIL 04 2019, Lot # 2T537M-030418-101.
Products Sold
APRIL 04 2019, Lot # 2T537M-030418-101.
HEALTHY FOOD INGREDIENTS is recalling Great Value Organic Ground Flax Seed, Net Wt. 16 oz. (1 LB) 454g. UPC 78742-14161, and Net Wt. 32 o due to Great Value Organic Ground Flax Seed has the potential to contain metal fragments.. 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
Great Value Organic Ground Flax Seed has the potential to contain metal fragments.
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
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Page updated: Jan 6, 2026