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Food recall · FDA · Published November 30, 2020

Pacific Coast Producers recalls Tomato Paste in a 6 oz.(170g) metal can Cases size varies - 12, 24 or 28 count. Packaged under brand names of: Happy

Pacific Coast Producers recalls tomato paste in 6oz metal cans due to metal shavings. Consumers should check for shavings and contact the company for details.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #F-0163-2021FoodPacific Coast Producers ›
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Recalling firmPacific Coast Producers631 N Cluff Ave, N/A · Lodi, CA 95240-0756
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What happened, in plain English

Pacific Coast Producers is recalling tomato paste in 6-ounce metal cans because metal shavings were found in the product. This could cause injury if the shavings get into the mouth or throat during consumption. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/14997-pacific-coast-producers-tomato-paste-recall-metal-shavings-hazard.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/14997-pacific-coast-producers-tomato-paste-recall-metal-shavings-hazard · Updated October 4, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-0163-2021

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“Pacific Coast Producers Tomato Paste Recall: Metal Shavings Hazard.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/14997-pacific-coast-producers-tomato-paste-recall-metal-shavings-hazard. Based on FDA recall #F-0163-2021 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-0163-2021%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

Metal shavings in tomato paste can cause injury if they get into the mouth or throat during eating. This is a minor hazard as the shavings are unlikely to cause serious harm but could lead to cuts or irritation.

Who’s affected

Anyone who purchased Pacific Coast Producers tomato paste in 6-ounce metal cans from stores like Kroger, Signature Select, or other retailers. People who consume the product are at risk if metal shavings enter their mouth.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for tomato paste cans labeled 'Happy Harvest', 'Kroger', 'Signature Select', or other brand names listed in the recall. The product comes in 6-ounce metal cans, with cases containing 12, 24, or 28 counts.

  • Brand
    Pacific Coast Producers
  • Category
    Food
FDA recall event · 2 products

All 2 products in this recall

FDA lists each product line separately under one recall event. Check your product description, lot or code numbers against each row. Every row shares the hazard and remedy on this page.

  • Classification
    Class II
  • Status
    Terminated
  • Distribution
    US Distribution only
Recall numberProduct, codes & lots
F-0163-2021Tomato Paste in a 6 oz.(170g) metal can Cases size varies - 12, 24 or 28 count. Packaged under brand names of: Happy Harvest, Kroger, Signature Select, Food Club, Members Mark, Great Value, Essential Everyday, Summer is Inside, Harmons, Pastene, Avenue A.; 5TP1 0Q G264
F-0164-2021Italian Style Tomato Paste in a 6 oz. (170g) metal can Cases size varies - 12, 24 or 28 count. Packaged under brand names of: Kroger, Signature Select, Harris Teeter, Food Club, Essential Everyday, Raleys, Fareway.; 5TP1X 0P G253
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Check for Metal Shavings

    Inspect the tomato paste for visible metal shavings before use.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to eat?

The recall states metal shavings were found, but the product is safe to eat if no shavings are present. Check the product for shavings before consumption.

How can I get a refund or replacement?

The recall record does not mention refunds or replacements. Contact Pacific Coast Producers directly for assistance.

Which stores sold this product?

The product was sold at stores with brand names like Kroger, Signature Select, and others listed in the recall.

Take action

Contact Pacific Coast Producers

We’ve drafted a message you can send Pacific Coast Producers to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall F-0163-2021 — Pacific Coast Producers Pacific Coast Producers

Hello,

I own a Pacific Coast Producers that is covered by recall F-0163-2021 from Pacific Coast Producers.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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  • Official source: FDA Recall #F-0163-2021 (November 30, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0163-2021 to see it in context.
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the FDA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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