Class IITerminated in FDA datasetRecall initiated Oct 25, 2018

Apple juice concentrate and organic apple juice concentrate in 52 gallon drums, 5 gallon pails,…

Recalling firm: Valley Processing Inc.

Why it was recalled

The apple juice concentrates contain high levels of inorganic arsenic. The firm is recalling lots that were distributed for use other than fermentation (i.e. alcohol or vinegar).

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ProductApple juice concentrate and organic apple juice concentrate in 52 gallon drums, 5 gallon pails, 4 gallon pails, and 260 gallon totes

FDA code information

Lot numbers 070617-C5 and 070617-C6 Lot number 062217-C5 (organic)

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Original product description

Apple juice concentrate and organic apple juice concentrate in 52 gallon drums, 5 gallon pails, 4 gallon pails, and 260 gallon totes

Original FDA recall reason

The apple juice concentrates contain high levels of inorganic arsenic. The firm is recalling lots that were distributed for use other than fermentation (i.e. alcohol or vinegar).

Recall details

Recall number
F-0405-2019
Event ID
81427
FDA status
Terminated
Initiated
Oct 25, 2018
Reported
Nov 14, 2018
Classified
Nov 7, 2018
Terminated
Mar 2, 2021
Quantity
070617-C5: 3856 gallons; 070617-C6: 5096 gallons; 062217-C5: 5836 gallons
Location
Sunnyside, WA, United States
Initiation type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Notification
E-Mail

Where it was distributed

Wholesale to customers nationwide and internationally (Canada and Korea)

FDA source record · F-0405-2019

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