Imperial Choice Mandarin Oranges Recalled for Potential Pathogen Contamination

Plain-English summary

Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank is voluntarily recalling one lot of Imperial Choice Mandarin Oranges Broken Segments in Light Syrup. The recall is limited to 11-ounce cans marked with the code 4200/01029 on the can end, with a production date of December 21, 2013, and a best-by date of December 21, 2016. The product was imported by Acme Food Sales in Seattle, Washington, and is a product of China.

The recall is being issued because some cans from this lot may leak, bulge, or burst open. This physical defect creates a risk that the product may be contaminated by spoilage organisms or pathogens. Consuming the affected product could lead to serious or life-threatening illness.

The affected product was distributed in Southwest Pennsylvania. Consumers who have this specific product should check the can end for the code 4200/01029. If the code matches, they should not consume the product and should follow the instructions provided by the recalling firm for disposal or return.

The recalled product

Product

Imperial Choice Mandarin Oranges Broken Segments in Light Syrup; Net WT. 11 oz.; Imported by Acme Food Sales, Seattle, WA 98108; Product of China; 4200/01029; PRO: DEC 21, 2013; Best By: Dec 21, 2016

Manufacturer

Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank

Category

Food — Canned Fruit

Hazard

• pathogen-contamination
• packaging-defect

Affected units

2,200

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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