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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIIRecall closedF-2342-2016/FDA enforcement
Arcobasso Foods·Food·Jul 23, 2016

Panera Bread Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing, NET 20 FL OZ (1.25 Pt) 591 ML, Most Responsible…

What you need to know

Class III

  • What happened

    Consumer complaints of bulging bottles.

  • Health risk

    The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

Recall closed · classified by the FDANationwide (US)More food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameArcobasso Foods
Recalling firmArcobasso FoodsHazelwood, MO, United States
UPC / barcodes
0 18959 75316 80 18959 75317 5
Lot / date codes
  • Lot numbers: 10/4/16, 10/6/16, 10/7/16, 10/8/16, 10/15/16, and 10/22/16. These are expiration dates which are also the lot numbers.
Distribution area
Nationwide

Distributed nationwide to Sam's Club only.

United States

Quantity affected240, 000 single bottles
Recall initiationFDA report date: September 28, 2016
FDA recall numberF-2342-2016

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Arcobasso Foods initiated this food recall on July 23, 2016. The FDA enforcement report states: Consumer complaints of bulging bottles. The FDA report lists distribution as: Distributed nationwide to Sam's Club only.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Consumer complaints of bulging bottles.

Panera Bread Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing, NET 20 FL OZ (1.25 Pt) 591 ML, Most Responsible… was made or distributed by Arcobasso Foods in Hazelwood, MO, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-2342-2016, dated September 28, 2016.

Why this is a Class III recall

Class III means the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Product safety recall

Symptoms to watch for

The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.

Higher-risk groups

Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return.
  3. 3Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Read the official source record for the specific hazard and instructions.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Panera Bread Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing, NET 20 FL OZ (1.25 Pt) 591 ML, Most Responsible… recall?

Arcobasso Foods recalled Panera Bread Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing, NET 20 FL OZ (1.25 Pt) 591 ML, Most Responsible… in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-2342-2016. Consumer complaints of bulging bottles.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets. Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return. Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Is the Arcobasso Foods recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-2342-2016. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.