Quinoa Granola Bars (Quaker) – Listeria Contamination (2016)
Class I: A situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death
Class I recall indicates potential for serious health consequences.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Quaker Quinoa Granola Bars, yogurt, fruit and nut flavor packaged in a multi colored box with brown lettering. 5, 1.23 oz bars per box.
Brand
The Quaker Oats Company
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
best before date October 10, 2016 and October 11, 2016
Products Sold
best before date October 10, 2016 and October 11, 2016
The Quaker Oats Company is recalling Quaker Quinoa Granola Bars, yogurt, fruit and nut flavor packaged in a multi colored box with brown due to Sunflower kernels used in Quinoa bars are contaminated with Listeria Monocytogenes.. 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
Sunflower kernels used in Quinoa bars are contaminated with Listeria Monocytogenes.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm or return it to the place of purchase.
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For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
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