The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0870-2018·Announced 2018-03-07

Meijer Greek Yogurt Recalled for Potential Glass Particles

Meijer Distribution is voluntarily recalling select Greek and Low-fat yogurt products due to a potential risk of small glass particles.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and is described as a voluntary precautionary measure for a potential hazard (glass particles) without reported injuries, fitting the Moderate severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Meijer Distribution, Inc. is announcing a voluntary recall of select Meijer branded Greek and Low-fat yogurt products. This action is being taken as a precautionary measure due to the potential risk of small particles of glass in the product.

The specific product identified in the recall details is Meijer Greek Yogurt 0% Black Cherry 5.3 oz., packaged in a plastic cup with a foil seal. The affected units carry the date code 3/8/2018 and the code 7-08820-12657-2. The recall covers 8,976 units.

The products were distributed to Meijer stores in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, and Wisconsin. There is no foreign or VA/DOD distribution. Consumers should check their pantries for these specific items and stop consuming them if found.

The recalled product

Product
Meijer Greek Yogurt 0% Black Cherry 5.3 oz. The products are packaged in a plastic cup with a foil seal and a label listing the above-mentioned UPCs.
Affected units
8,976

Distribution

Distributed in 6 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 6 recalled by Meijer Distribution, Inc under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

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