Safeway Kitchens Hamburger Buns Recall: Cloth in Product

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Recalling firmAlbertsons Companies, Inc.5918 Stoneridge Mall Rd, N/A · Pleasanton, CA 94588-3229

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What happened, in plain English

Albertsons is recalling Safeway Kitchens Enriched Hamburger Buns because cloth from production equipment may be inside the product. This could pose a choking hazard for children and is why the recall is happening.

Why it’s dangerous

Cloth material from the production equipment may get into the hamburger buns during manufacturing. This cloth could be a choking hazard, especially for young children.

Who’s affected

Anyone who purchased Safeway Kitchens Enriched Hamburger Buns with the UPC 0 21130 18456 9. Children are at higher risk due to choking hazards.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for Safeway Kitchens Enriched Hamburger Buns with 8 pieces, 17 oz net weight, and UPC 0 21130 18456 9. The product was distributed by Safeway Inc. in Pleasanton, CA.

Brand
Albertsons
Category
Food

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Look for the UPC 0 21130 18456 9 on the packaging to confirm the recalled item.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to eat?

The recall states cloth material may be in the product, so it is not safe to eat. The product should be discarded.

How can I get a refund?

The recall record does not mention refunds or returns.

What should I do with the product?

The recall record does not specify a remedy, so the product should be discarded if you have it.

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Subject: Recall F-0553-2016 — Albertsons Albertsons

Hello,

I own a Albertsons that is covered by recall F-0553-2016 from Albertsons.

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-0553-2016 (January 10, 2016) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0553-2016 to see it in context.
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Albertsons Companies, Inc. recalls Safeway Kitchens Enriched Hamburger Buns; 8 buns; NET WT 17 oz (1 lb 1 oz) 482 g UPC 0 21130 18456 9; Distributed

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