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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-1594-2017/FDA enforcement
Box Mill Farm·Food·Feb 16, 2017

Pasteurized Apple Cider in 1 Gallon Containers and Half-gallon Containers

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    Inadequate pasteurization of apple cider

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. 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 FDAMAMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameBox Mill Farm
Recalling firmBox Mill FarmStow, MA, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • Sell by date of 4/10/17
Distribution area
MA

MA

United States

Quantity affected250 (total); 134 cases gallon (4 case); 116 cases half-gallon (9/case)
Recall initiationFDA report date: March 22, 2017
FDA recall numberF-1594-2017

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Box Mill Farm initiated this food recall on February 16, 2017. The FDA enforcement report states: Inadequate pasteurization of apple cider. The FDA report lists distribution as: MA.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Inadequate pasteurization of apple cider

Pasteurized Apple Cider in 1 Gallon Containers and Half-gallon Containers was made or distributed by Box Mill Farm in Stow, MA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1594-2017, dated March 22, 2017.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

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 lot and date codes 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 Pasteurized Apple Cider in 1 Gallon Containers and Half-gallon Containers recall?

Box Mill Farm recalled Pasteurized Apple Cider in 1 Gallon Containers and Half-gallon Containers in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1594-2017. Inadequate pasteurization of apple cider

What are the symptoms of Product safety recall exposure?

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.

Who is most at risk from Product safety recall?

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

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.

How do I get a refund from Box Mill Farm?

Contact the recalling company or the retailer where you purchased the product, quote the FDA recall number and ask about a refund or replacement. Keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase where possible. The FDA does not issue consumer refunds. Reference FDA recall F-1594-2017 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Box Mill Farm 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-1594-2017. 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.