The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-1707-2012·Announced 2012-07-11

FDA Recalls Carrot Juice Due to Potential Botulism Contamination

Healthy Choice/Island Blends is recalling 118 gallons of carrot juice sold in California due to potential Clostridium botulinum contamination.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and involves Clostridium botulinum, a high-risk pathogen associated with severe health consequences, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Healthy Choice/Island Blends, Inc. (dba Juice Connection) is recalling 118 gallons of 'Liquid Gold 24K Carrot Juice' because the product has the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum. The affected product is identified by UPC Code 7 63213 00130 0 and was distributed within California.

The recall is classified as FDA Class II. The source text does not report any illnesses or injuries associated with this product. Consumers who have purchased this specific product should check their pantries and dispose of the juice or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
Carrot juice. Labeling reads in part:"***LIQUID GOLD 24K CARROT JUICE***JUICE CONNECTION LOS ANGELES CALIFORNIA 90058*** 7 62313 00130 0***INGREDIENTS: PASTEURIZED CARROT JUICE***".
Manufacturer
Healthy Choice/Island Blends, Inc. (dba Juice Connection)
Category
Food — Juice
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)

  • UPC Code 7 63213 00130 0

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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