Brookshire Brothers Fresh Harvest Ice Recall: Foreign Object in Ice Bags

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Recalling firmBrookshire Brothers LTD-Central Bakery Plant2111 Spence St · Lufkin, TX 75904-1321

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What happened, in plain English

Brookshire Brothers is recalling 8-pound and 16-pound Fresh Harvest Ice packages that may contain foreign objects. This recall is due to potential safety risks from objects in the ice bags.

Why it’s dangerous

Foreign objects in the ice bags could potentially cause injury if the ice is used for food preparation. The hazard is not described as causing serious injury in normal use.

Who’s affected

Consumers who purchased Fresh Harvest Ice packages with Julian dates between 082:26 and 12:06 are affected. Those who use the ice for food preparation are most at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for Fresh Harvest Ice packages labeled 8 LB or 16 LB in clear plastic bags with Julian dates from 0826 to 1206.

Brand
Brookshire Brothers
Category
Food

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Package Dates
Look for Julian dates on the package between 0826 and 1206.

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Questions people ask

Is this ice safe to use?

The recall states foreign objects may be present, but does not specify if the ice is unsafe to use. Consumers should check the package dates and follow the recall instructions.

What should I do if I have this ice?

The recall does not provide a specific remedy, so consumers should check the package dates and contact Brookshire Brothers if needed.

How can I tell if I have the recalled product?

Look for Fresh Harvest Ice packages labeled 8 LB or 16 LB in clear plastic bags with Julian dates from 0826 to 1206.

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Subject: Recall F-1486-2016 — Brookshire Brothers Brookshire Brothers

Hello,

I own a Brookshire Brothers that is covered by recall F-1486-2016 from Brookshire Brothers.

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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #F-1486-2016 (April 30, 2016) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-1486-2016 to see it in context.
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Brookshire Brothers LTD-Central Bakery Plant recalls Fresh Harvest Ice NET WT 8 LB and Fresh Harvest Ice NET WT 16 LB packaged in clear plastic bags

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