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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-1785-2012/FDA enforcement
Clorox Co (the)·Food·Jun 22, 2012

Hidden Valley Salad Crispins Original Ranch

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    The cultured nonfat buttermilk ingredient used in production of the Salad Crispins was recalled by the supplier due to potential metal fragment contamination associated with the…

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. Metal fragments can cause cuts, choking or internal injury if swallowed.

  • 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.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameClorox Co (the)
Recalling firmClorox Co (the)Oakland, CA, United States
UPC / barcodes
10 071100 00834 7
Lot / date codes
  • Canister lot code: CBG1 NOV27 2012 and DBG1 NOV27 2012
  • Case lot code: G12152
Distribution area

Michigan

United States

Quantity affected18 cases
Recall initiationFDA report date: August 1, 2012
FDA recall numberF-1785-2012

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Clorox Co (the) initiated this food recall on June 22, 2012. The FDA enforcement report states: The cultured nonfat buttermilk ingredient used in production of the Salad Crispins was recalled by the supplier due to potential metal fragment contamination associated with the lactic acid used in production of the ingredient. The FDA report lists distribution as: Michigan.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: The cultured nonfat buttermilk ingredient used in production of the Salad Crispins was recalled by the supplier due to potential metal fragment contamination associated with the lactic acid used in production of the ingredient.

Hidden Valley Salad Crispins Original Ranch was made or distributed by Clorox Co (the) in Oakland, CA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1785-2012, dated August 1, 2012.

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, metal fragments can cause cuts, choking or internal injury if swallowed.

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 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

Metal contamination

Possible health effects

Metal fragments can cause cuts, choking or internal injury. Do not inspect or taste a suspect product.

Higher-risk groups

Children, older adults and anyone who may swallow a fragment without noticing are at greater risk.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop eating or using the product; do not try to find the fragment by tasting or chewing.
  2. 2Seek medical care if anyone has swallowed metal or has severe throat, chest or abdominal pain.
  3. 3Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

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 Hidden Valley Salad Crispins Original Ranch recall?

Clorox Co (the) recalled Hidden Valley Salad Crispins Original Ranch in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1785-2012. The cultured nonfat buttermilk ingredient used in production of the Salad Crispins was recalled by the supplier due to potential metal fragment contamination associated with the…

What injuries or health effects are linked to metal contamination?

Metal fragments can cause cuts, choking or internal injury. Do not inspect or taste a suspect product.

Who is most at risk from Metal contamination?

Children, older adults and anyone who may swallow a fragment without noticing are at greater risk.

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 eating or using the product; do not try to find the fragment by tasting or chewing. Seek medical care if anyone has swallowed metal or has severe throat, chest or abdominal pain. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

How do I get a refund from Clorox Co (the)?

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-1785-2012 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Clorox Co (the) 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-1785-2012. 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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