Blackwing Organic Meats Recalls Ground Venison Due to High Lead Levels
Blackwing Organic Meats, Inc. is voluntarily recalling specific packages of ground venison because they contain high levels of lead.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class II
Class II is 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.
This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, which corresponds to a Severe rating under the rubric, particularly given the hazard of high lead levels which poses a significant health risk.
Plain-English summary
Blackwing Organic Meats, Inc. is voluntarily recalling 14 cases (140 lbs) of Blackwing Venison Ground, 10/1lb. in a Retail Box. The recall is being conducted due to high levels of lead detected in the product.
The affected product is packed in a cardboard sleeve with roll stock film inside, contained in a retail box. The specific product is identified by UPC # 7-53390-03000-2 and Date Code 0308. The recall covers 14 cases, totaling 140 lbs.
The product was distributed domestically in Illinois and Florida. Consumers who have purchased this product should check their inventory for the specific UPC and date code listed above. If the product matches the description, consumers should not consume it and should contact the recalling firm for further instructions.
The recalled product
- Product
- Blackwing Meats. Inc., Ground Venison, 10/1lb, packed in cardboard sleeve/ roll stock film inside, in aRetail Box.
- Manufacturer
- BLACKWING ORGANIC MEATS, INC.
- Category
- Food — Ground Meat
- Hazard
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Lot numbers (2)
- UPC # 7-53390-03000-2
- Date Code: 0308
Distribution
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