Class IIITerminated in FDA datasetRecall initiated Jun 4, 2012

Queso Pringles, 40 g , and Cont. Neto Net Weight: 139 g( 4.9 oz) Queso /Cheese; Busting with…

Recalling firm: Kellogg Company

Why it was recalled

Possible metal fragments

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ProductQueso Pringles, 40 g , and Cont. Neto Net Weight: 139 g( 4.9 oz) Queso /Cheese; Busting with more Flavor "Ahora con Man Sabor"
Package size40 g

FDA code information

Brand # 80208022,(139 G) Case Identification 2147166260, 2148166260 Brand # 80207887 ( 40 G) Case 2142166210

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Original product description

Queso Pringles, 40 g , and Cont. Neto Net Weight: 139 g( 4.9 oz) Queso /Cheese; Busting with more Flavor "Ahora con Man Sabor"

Original FDA recall reason

Queso flavored Pringles, 40 gram and 139 gram sizes, sent to distribution centers in Mexico and Grenada are being recalled because the flavoring ingredient ( under a separate recall) may be contaminated with metal fragments. Pringles processing includes metal fragment seasoning screening and finished product metal detection to 1. 4 mm size. Pringle's product containing the recalled seasoning

Recall details

Recall number
F-1669-2012
Event ID
62274
FDA status
Terminated
Initiated
Jun 4, 2012
Reported
Jul 4, 2012
Classified
Jun 26, 2012
Terminated
Nov 7, 2012
Quantity
4584 cases
Location
Battle Creek, MI, United States
Initiation type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Notification
E-Mail

Where it was distributed

Grenada and Mexico.

FDA source record · F-1669-2012

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