The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1117-2018·Announced 2018-04-25

Global Commodities Recalls Frozen Grated Coconut Due to Salmonella

Global Commodities Corp. is recalling one lot of frozen grated coconut after the California Department of Public Health detected Salmonella.

What this means for you

Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which mandates a minimum score of 4, and the presence of Salmonella, a high-risk pathogen, in a Class I recall typically indicates a serious health risk, warranting the highest severity score.

Plain-English summary

Global Commodities Corp. is recalling one lot of Buenas Grated coconut - frozen (Kinayod na Niyog Noix de Coco Rape). The product is sold in 16 oz. (4545 g) plastic bags and is a product of the Philippines. The specific lot number is 10BAAGA.

The recall was initiated after sampling and testing by the California Department of Public Health detected Salmonella in the product. The recall covers 59 cases, with 40 bags per case, distributed only in Northern California.

Consumers who have this product should stop using it and return it to the place of purchase or contact the recalling firm for instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Buenas Grated coconut - frozen; Kinayod na Niyog Noix de Coco Rape; UPC: 4806514650443 Keep Frozen Net Wt. 16 oz., (4545 g) plastic bag Product of the Philippines Ingredients: Grated coconut Meat (95%) Water and preservative: Sodium Benzoate.
Manufacturer
Global Commodities Corp.
Category
Food — Frozen Foods
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 (1)

  • LOT NUMBER: 10BAAGA

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

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