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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIIRecall closedF-1245-2016/FDA enforcement
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank·Food·Mar 11, 2016

Imperial Choice Mandarin Oranges Broken Segments in Light Syrup

What you need to know

Class III

  • What happened

    Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank is announcing a voluntary recall of one lot of Imperial Choice Mandarin Oranges Broken Segments in Light Syrup because some of the cans…

  • Health risk

    The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. A process failure may have allowed harmful bacteria to survive in a product that is meant to be safe.

  • Action required

    Do not eat the product. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. If you have already eaten it, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they are severe or persistent.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAPAMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameGreater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank
Recalling firmGreater Pittsburgh Community Food BankDuquesne, PA, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • On can end: 4200/01029
  • PRO: DEC 21, 2013
  • Best By: Dec 21, 2016
Distribution area
PA

Southwest PA

United States

Quantity affected2200 cases (cans per case unk.)
Recall initiationFDA report date: May 18, 2016
FDA recall numberF-1245-2016

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank initiated this food recall on March 11, 2016. The FDA enforcement report states: Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank is announcing a voluntary recall of one lot of Imperial Choice Mandarin Oranges Broken Segments in Light Syrup because some of the cans from this lot may leak, bulge or burst open. The product may be contaminated by spoilage organisms or pathogens, which could lead to serious or life threatening illness if consumed. This recall only affects cans marked with code 4200/01029. The FDA report lists distribution as: Southwest PA.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank is announcing a voluntary recall of one lot of Imperial Choice Mandarin Oranges Broken Segments in Light Syrup because some of the cans from this lot may leak, bulge or burst open. The product may be contaminated by spoilage organisms or pathogens, which could lead to serious or life threatening illness if consumed. This recall only affects cans marked with code 4200/01029.

Imperial Choice Mandarin Oranges Broken Segments in Light Syrup was made or distributed by Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank in Duquesne, PA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1245-2016, dated May 18, 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 process failure may have allowed harmful bacteria to survive in a product that is meant to be safe.

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 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 Imperial Choice Mandarin Oranges Broken Segments in Light Syrup recall?

Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank recalled Imperial Choice Mandarin Oranges Broken Segments in Light Syrup in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-1245-2016. Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank is announcing a voluntary recall of one lot of Imperial Choice Mandarin Oranges Broken Segments in Light Syrup because some of the cans…

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?

Do not eat the product. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. If you have already eaten it, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they are severe or persistent. 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 Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank?

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-1245-2016 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank 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-1245-2016. 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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