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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIIRecall closedF-0327-2017/FDA enforcement
Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation·Food·Oct 21, 2016

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Original Glazed Doughnuts, 6 Count and 12 Count Boxes

What you need to know

Class III

  • What happened

    Possible piece of plastic in the product.

  • 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 FDAVAMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameKrispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation
Recalling firmKrispy Kreme Doughnut CorporationWinston Salem, NC, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • N/A - Product produced on October 20, 2016
Distribution area
VA

VA

United States

Quantity affected12 ct boxes - 1, 672; 6 ct boxes - 985
Recall initiationFDA report date: November 16, 2016
FDA recall numberF-0327-2017

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation initiated this food recall on October 21, 2016. The FDA enforcement report states: Possible piece of plastic in the product. The FDA report lists distribution as: VA.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Possible piece of plastic in the product.

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Original Glazed Doughnuts, 6 Count and 12 Count Boxes was made or distributed by Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation in Winston Salem, NC, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0327-2017, dated November 16, 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 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

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 Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Original Glazed Doughnuts, 6 Count and 12 Count Boxes recall?

Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation recalled Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Original Glazed Doughnuts, 6 Count and 12 Count Boxes in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-0327-2017. Possible piece of plastic in the 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 Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation?

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-0327-2017 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation 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-0327-2017. 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.