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ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0989-2013·Announced 2013-02-20

Mann Packing Recalls Snap Peas Containing Unapproved Pesticide Carbendazim

Mann Packing is recalling snap peas found to contain Carbendazim, a pesticide not allowed in the US but approved in the EU.

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 III, which indicates the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. The hazard involves a low-level contamination with a pesticide not approved in the US, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity recall.

Plain-English summary

Mann Packing Co Inc is recalling approximately 3,186 pounds of Stringless Sugar Snap Peas, Sunny Shores' Mann's, 8 oz (227 g) packages. The recall was initiated after the California Department of Food and Agriculture randomly sampled the product and detected the presence of Carbendazim.

Carbendazim is a pesticide that is not allowed for use in the United States, although it is approved for use in the European Union. The detected levels were 0.278 ppm and 0.195 ppm. The affected product is perishable, preservative-free, and must be kept refrigerated. It is a product of Guatemala and carries the UPC 7 16519 13004. The best-by date for the affected units is January 22, 2013.

The product was distributed in Arizona, Minnesota, California, Texas, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Nebraska, Washington, Alabama, Florida, Nevada, Colorado, Missouri, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, and South Carolina. Consumers who have purchased these snap peas should check their refrigerators for the specific product and best-by date. If found, consumers should discard the product or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
Stringless Sugar Snap Peas, Sunny Shores' Mann's. Net Wt 8 oz (227 g); Perishable, Preservative Free, keep refrigerated. Product of Guatemala UPC 7 16519 13004 Distributed by Mann Packing, Salinas, CA.
Manufacturer
Mann Packing Co Inc
Category
Food — Fresh Produce
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)

  • Best by Date: January 22
  • 2013.

Distribution

Distributed in 16 states:

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