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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-1274-2019/FDA enforcement
Impossible Foods·Food·Mar 21, 2019

Impossible Foods Bulk, 5 lb

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    Piece of plastic was found in bulk product.

  • 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 FDACA, MD, NV, WA +3 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameImpossible Foods
Recalling firmImpossible FoodsOakland, CA, United States
UPC / barcodes
00 816697 02003 6
Lot / date codes
  • OAK-19-050-001
  • Best is Used by June 19, 2019
Distribution area
CAMDNVWAIDUTMT

CA, MD, NV, WA, ID, UT, MT,

United States

Quantity affected1, 649 cases ( 4 x 5 lbs. packs per case)
Recall initiationFDA report date: April 17, 2019
FDA recall numberF-1274-2019

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Impossible Foods initiated this food recall on March 21, 2019. The FDA enforcement report states: Piece of plastic was found in bulk product. The FDA report lists distribution as: CA, MD, NV, WA, ID, UT, MT,.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Piece of plastic was found in bulk product.

Impossible Foods Bulk, 5 lb was made or distributed by Impossible Foods in Oakland, CA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1274-2019, dated April 17, 2019.

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 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

Plastic contamination

Possible health effects

Plastic fragments can pose a choking risk or cause irritation or injury to the mouth and digestive tract.

Higher-risk groups

Young children and anyone who may swallow a fragment without noticing are at greater risk.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop eating or using the product and do not taste or chew it to check for fragments.
  2. 2Seek medical care if anyone has swallowed plastic or has breathing difficulty, severe pain or persistent vomiting.
  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 Impossible Foods Bulk, 5 lb recall?

Impossible Foods recalled Impossible Foods Bulk, 5 lb in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1274-2019. Piece of plastic was found in bulk product.

What injuries or health effects are linked to plastic contamination?

Plastic fragments can pose a choking risk or cause irritation or injury to the mouth and digestive tract.

Who is most at risk from Plastic contamination?

Young children 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 and do not taste or chew it to check for fragments. Seek medical care if anyone has swallowed plastic or has breathing difficulty, severe pain or persistent vomiting. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

How do I get a refund from Impossible Foods?

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-1274-2019 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Impossible 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-1274-2019. 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.