Breadfarm Recalls Fig Bars Due to Potential Metal Fragment Contamination
Breadfarm is recalling bulk-packed Fig Bars because the wheat germ used in production was potentially 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 in the rubric.
Plain-English summary
Breadfarm is voluntarily recalling approximately 50 to 60 pounds of bulk-packed, refrigerated Fig Bars (Fig Newton style). The recall is due to the use of wheat germ that was potentially contaminated with metal fragments. The contamination occurred at the raw ingredient manufacturer level.
The affected product was distributed to retailers and direct accounts in Washington State. The product is identified by the codes "128" and "149," which are Julian dates indicating the dough was baked and packaged on May 5, 2012, and May 26, 2012, respectively.
Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the recalling firm for further instructions.
The recalled product
- Product
- Fig Bars (Fig Newton style), bulk packed and refrigerated for individual sales.
- Manufacturer
- Breadfarm
- Category
- Food — Bakery / Baked Goods
- Hazard
Distribution
Distributed in 1 state:
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 3 recalled by Breadfarm under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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