The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1550-2013·Announced 2013-07-03

Norpac IQF Chopped Spinach Recalled for Elevated Cadmium Levels

Norpac Foods is recalling IQF Chopped Spinach due to elevated cadmium levels. The product was distributed in California, Missouri, Oregon, and Wisconsin.

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 II, and the source text does not report any illnesses or injuries, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score involving low-risk contamination or voluntary precautionary measures.

Plain-English summary

Norpac Foods, Inc. is recalling 411 cases of FLAV-R-PAC IQF Chopped Spinach, packaged in 32 oz. bags. The recall was initiated due to the detection of elevated levels of cadmium in the product.

The affected product is identified by the UPC 0 48800 30238 2 and NORPAC Catalog #30238-01. The specific lot code is BEST BY FEB 2015/ 5F3 1248 19 HH:MM, indicating the product was packed into poly bags on February 12, 2013, between 7:00 am and 9:30 am at the Norpac Foods Inc. Repack Plant #8 in Salem, Oregon.

The product was distributed in California, Missouri, Oregon, and Wisconsin. Consumers should check their pantries for this specific product and dispose of it or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
FLAV-R-PAC IQF Chopped Spinach, packaged in a 32 oz. bag, NORPAC Catalog #30238-01. The UPC is 0 48800 30238 2 The product is labeled in parts: "***FLAV R PAC***Classic Vegetables***Chopped Spinach***INGREDIENTS: Spinach***NET WT 32 OZ (2 LB)***PRODUCT OF USA***Keep frozen u
Manufacturer
Norpac Foods, Inc.
Category
Food — Frozen Vegetables
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 (5)

  • F = February: 3 = 2013
  • 12 = DD
  • 4 = Period
  • 8 = Plant #
  • 19 = Line #: & HH:MM = Time

Distribution

Distributed in 4 states:

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