The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-0952-2020·Announced 2020-05-27

Ricker Hill Orchards Apple Cider Recalled for High Patulin Levels

Ricker Hill Orchards is recalling McIntosh Blend apple cider in Maine due to high levels of patulin.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The FDA classified this recall as Class II, which corresponds to a Severe severity score (4) under the rubric for significant health risks.

Plain-English summary

Ricker Hill Farms, Inc. is recalling 455 cases of Ricker Hill Orchards Apple Cider McIntosh Blend in 1-gallon and 1/2-gallon sizes. The product was distributed in Maine and is dated 5/17/2020.

The recall was initiated because the product contains high levels of patulin, a mycotoxin. The FDA has classified this recall as Class II.

Consumers should stop using the product and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or follow instructions from the recalling firm.

The recalled product

Product
RICKER HILL ORCHARDS APPLE CIDER McIntosh Blend, 1 GAL (128 FL OZ) and 1/2 GAL (64 FL OZ); UPC: 0 74613 80009 8; MADE IN MAINE; KEEP REFRIGERATED; Produced by Ricker Hill Orchards, Turner, ME 04282
Hazard
Affected units
455

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 (1)

  • Dated 5/17/2020

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state: