The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1688-2022·Announced 2022-09-14

Thick-It Food & Beverage Thickener recalled for insanitary manufacturing conditions

Kent Precision Foods Group is recalling Thick-It Original Food & Beverage Thickener due to possible insanitary conditions during manufacturing. The product was distributed to food service facilities including hospitals and nursing homes.

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: FDA Class III recalls are typically scored 1 or 2. This is a precautionary recall with no reported illnesses or injuries, and the hazard is characterized as 'possible insanitary conditions' rather than confirmed contamination or a specific high-risk pathogen.

Plain-English summary

Kent Precision Foods Group, Inc. is recalling Thick-It Original Food & Beverage Thickener (14 cases of 6/36 oz. jars per case) due to possible insanitary conditions during manufacturing. The affected batch codes are 2B0045802 (best by 10/2024) and 2B0042678 (best by 11/2024).

This product was distributed through food service distributors to hospitals, nursing homes, and similar healthcare facilities.

If you have this product, discontinue use and return it to your supplier. For questions, contact Kent Precision Foods Group, Inc.

The recalled product

Product
Thick-It Original Food & Beverage Thickener 6/36 oz. jars per case
Manufacturer
Kent Precision Foods Group, Inc.
Category
Food — Food Additives
Hazard
Affected units
14

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)

  • 2B0045802 best by 10/2024 2B0042678 best by 11/2024

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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