B.C. Frozen Foods Recalls Gordon CHOICE Whole Strawberries Due to Norovirus
B.C. Frozen Foods is voluntarily recalling Gordon CHOICE Whole Strawberries due to a potential norovirus contamination. The recall affects 5lb bags distributed in the US and Canada.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and involves a high-risk pathogen (Norovirus) without reported illnesses in the source text, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.
Plain-English summary
B.C. Frozen Foods is voluntarily recalling Gordon CHOICE Whole Strawberries, sold in 5lb bags with UPC Code 93901 24463 5. The recall was initiated on June 13, 2019, due to a potential norovirus contamination. The FDA has classified this as a Class II recall, indicating a reasonable probability that the use of the product could cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.
The recall involves 4,500 pounds of product in the United States and 6,000 pounds in Canada. The product was distributed through one distributor, GFS, under item number 244630. The recall status is currently terminated as of April 29, 2020.
Consumers who have purchased these specific strawberries should check their pantries for the product matching the UPC code and quantity listed above. If found, consumers should discard the product or return it to the place of purchase. The recall was initiated by the firm and notified via letter.
The recalled product
- Product
- Gordon CHOICE Whole Strawberries; 5lb bags; UPC Code 93901 24463 5
- Manufacturer
- B.C. Frozen Foods
- Category
- Food — Frozen Fruit
- 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)
- 260-18
- GFS ITEM # 244630
Distribution
Distribution scope not specified by the agency.
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