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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIIRecall closedF-0140-2022/FDA enforcement
The Kroger Co·Food·Oct 13, 2021

Country Oven Yellow/vanilla Cake 37oz

What you need to know

Class III

  • What happened

    Downstream Recall - Possible metal fragments in starch that was used to manufacture cakes.

  • Health risk

    The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. Metal fragments can cause cuts, choking or internal injury if swallowed.

  • 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 FDASC, GA, AL, IL +25 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameThe Kroger Co
Recalling firmThe Kroger CoCincinnati, OH, United States
UPC / barcodes
0 001111 01935 0
Lot / date codes
  • UPC 0001111019350 Use By 04/02/22
Distribution area
SCGAALILINMOOHKYWVTNMSARNEKSCAORAKWAIDCOLAMTNMNVTXWIWYVAUT

Product distributed to the following states: SC, GA, AL, IL, IN, MO, OH, KY, WV, TN, MS, AR, NE, KS, CA, OR, AK, WA, ID, CO, LA, MT, NM, NV, TX, WI, WY, VA, UT

United States

Quantity affected4 cases
Recall initiationFDA report date: November 17, 2021
FDA recall numberF-0140-2022

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

The Kroger Co initiated this food recall on October 13, 2021. The FDA enforcement report states: Downstream Recall - Possible metal fragments in starch that was used to manufacture cakes. The FDA report lists distribution as: Product distributed to the following states: SC, GA, AL, IL, IN, MO, OH, KY, WV, TN, MS, AR, NE, KS, CA, OR, AK, WA, ID, CO, LA, MT, NM, NV, TX, WI, WY, VA, UT.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Downstream Recall - Possible metal fragments in starch that was used to manufacture cakes.

Country Oven Yellow/vanilla Cake 37oz was made or distributed by The Kroger Co in Cincinnati, OH, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0140-2022, dated November 17, 2021.

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, metal fragments can cause cuts, choking or internal injury if swallowed.

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

Metal contamination

Possible health effects

Metal fragments can cause cuts, choking or internal injury. Do not inspect or taste a suspect product.

Higher-risk groups

Children, older adults and anyone who may swallow a fragment without noticing are at greater risk.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop eating or using the product; do not try to find the fragment by tasting or chewing.
  2. 2Seek medical care if anyone has swallowed metal or has severe throat, chest or abdominal pain.
  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 Country Oven Yellow/vanilla Cake 37oz recall?

The Kroger Co recalled Country Oven Yellow/vanilla Cake 37oz in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-0140-2022. Downstream Recall - Possible metal fragments in starch that was used to manufacture cakes.

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; do not try to find the fragment by tasting or chewing. Seek medical care if anyone has swallowed metal or has severe throat, chest or abdominal pain. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

Is the The Kroger Co 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-0140-2022. 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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