The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1747-2012·Announced 2012-07-18

Giusto's Wheat Germ Recalled Due to Metal Fragment Contamination

Giusto's Specialty Foods LLC is recalling 25 lb bags of raw wheat germ because the product is contaminated with metal fragments.

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 involves a risk-of-harm product (metal fragments) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Giusto's Specialty Foods LLC is recalling 25 lb paper bags of Giusto's Wheat Germ, Raw (Item number 154205). The recall involves approximately 7,544 pounds of product. The affected lot numbers are 10682 and 11142.

The firm was notified by its supplier that the wheat germ product is contaminated with metal fragments. These fragments are approximately 0.5mm in diameter and range from 3 to 15mm in length.

The product was distributed in California, Hawaii, and Washington. Consumers who have this product should stop using it and contact the company for instructions on disposal or return.

The recalled product

Product
Giusto's Wheat Germ, Raw, Net Wt. 25 lb, (11.34 Kg) paper bag; Item number: 154205 Giusto's 344 Littlefield Ave. South Francisco, CA 94080
Manufacturer
Giusto's Specialty Foods LLC
Category
Food — Baking Ingredients
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)

  • Lot numbers 10682
  • 11142

Distribution

Distributed in 3 states:

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