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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIIRecall closedF-0696-2016/FDA enforcement
Smith's Country Cheese, INC.·Food·Nov 24, 2015

Smith's Country Cheese-gouda with Herb Spread Packaged in 8 OZ

What you need to know

Class III

  • What happened

    Contaminated with non pathogenic E. Coli

  • Health risk

    The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. Some E. coli strains produce toxins that can cause severe, sometimes bloody diarrhea.

  • 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 FDAGA, NH, MAMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameSmith's Country Cheese, INC.
Recalling firmSmith's Country Cheese, INC.Winchendon, MA, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • Exp. Date: 2-27-16
Distribution area
GANHMA

GA. NH, MA

United States

Quantity affectedNot provided by the FDA.
Recall initiationFDA report date: March 9, 2016
FDA recall numberF-0696-2016

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Smith's Country Cheese, INC. initiated this food recall on November 24, 2015. The FDA enforcement report states: Contaminated with non pathogenic E. Coli. The FDA report lists distribution as: GA. NH, MA.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Contaminated with non pathogenic E. Coli

Smith's Country Cheese-gouda with Herb Spread Packaged in 8 OZ was made or distributed by Smith's Country Cheese, INC. in Winchendon, MA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0696-2016, dated March 9, 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, some E. coli strains produce toxins that can cause severe, sometimes bloody diarrhea.

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

E. coli

Symptoms to watch for

Severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, vomiting and sometimes a low fever. Bloody diarrhea or signs of dehydration need prompt medical attention.

When symptoms may appear

Usually 3 to 4 days after exposure, with a range of roughly 1 to 10 days.

Higher-risk groups

Young children, older adults, pregnant people and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of complications.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer.
  3. 3If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

General guidance based on CDC and FDA consumer information.

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 Smith's Country Cheese-gouda with Herb Spread Packaged in 8 OZ recall?

Smith's Country Cheese, INC. recalled Smith's Country Cheese-gouda with Herb Spread Packaged in 8 OZ in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-0696-2016. Contaminated with non pathogenic E. Coli

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 affected product and keep it away from children and pets. Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer. If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

Is the Smith's Country Cheese, INC. 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-0696-2016. 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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Official source

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