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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIIRecall closedF-1179-2017/FDA enforcement
Starkey Water·Food·Dec 15, 2016

Starkey Spring Water, Item Code Stc.5, 16.9 FL OZ

What you need to know

Class III

  • What happened

    Starkey Spring Water, 16.9 fl oz. glass bottles, are recalled because 11.7 ppb of arsenic was detected in water sample.

  • 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 FDAIN, CO, FL, PA +1 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameStarkey Water
Recalling firmStarkey WaterCouncil, ID, United States
UPC / barcodes
8 11904 02000 78 11904 02002 1
Lot / date codes
  • produced on 10/08/14
Distribution area
INCOFLPAWI

distributed in CO, FL, PA, and WI.

United States

Quantity affected2030 cases (15 bottles per case)
Recall initiationFDA report date: January 18, 2017
FDA recall numberF-1179-2017

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Starkey Water initiated this food recall on December 15, 2016. The FDA enforcement report states: Starkey Spring Water, 16.9 fl oz. glass bottles, are recalled because 11.7 ppb of arsenic was detected in water sample. The FDA report lists distribution as: distributed in CO, FL, PA, and WI.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Starkey Spring Water, 16.9 fl oz. glass bottles, are recalled because 11.7 ppb of arsenic was detected in water sample.

Starkey Spring Water, Item Code Stc.5, 16.9 FL OZ was made or distributed by Starkey Water in Council, ID, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1179-2017, dated January 18, 2017.

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 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

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 Starkey Spring Water, Item Code Stc.5, 16.9 FL OZ recall?

Starkey Water recalled Starkey Spring Water, Item Code Stc.5, 16.9 FL OZ in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-1179-2017. Starkey Spring Water, 16.9 fl oz. glass bottles, are recalled because 11.7 ppb of arsenic was detected in water sample.

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?

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 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 Starkey Water?

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-1179-2017 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Starkey Water 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-1179-2017. 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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Official source

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.