Patty's Peppers Hungarian Hot & Sweet Peppers Recall: Unlicensed Acidification

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Recalling firmGarden Harvest62969 US Highway 50, N/A · Mc Arthur, OH 45651-8410

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What happened, in plain English

Garden Harvest is recalling their Uncle Joe's Original Recipe Hungarian Hot & Sweet Peppers (16oz and 32oz) because they were made without a license to acidify foods. This could pose a safety risk if the product is consumed.

Why it’s dangerous

The product was manufactured without a license to acidify foods, which may lead to safety issues if consumed. This unlicensed process could result in improper food safety standards being met.

Who’s affected

Anyone who purchased Garden Harvest's Uncle Joe's Original Recipe Hungarian Hot & Sweet Peppers (16oz or 32oz) from retail stores. Consumers who have the product are most at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for lot numbers 40855, 404105, 403255, or 406295 on the product label. The product is sold in 16oz and 32oz containers with the brand name 'Patty's Peppers' and UPC 7 48252 07486 7.

Brand
Patty's Peppers
Category
Food

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What to do — step by step

Check Product Lot Number
Look for lot numbers 40855, 404105, 403255, or 406295 on the product label.

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Questions people ask

Why is this product being recalled?

The firm was manufacturing acidified foods without a license, which may pose a safety risk if consumed.

What should I do if I have this product?

Check the product for the lot numbers 40855, 404105, 403255, or 406295. If you have the product, contact Garden Harvest for further instructions.

Is there a deadline to take action?

The recall notice does not specify a deadline for action.

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Subject: Recall F-0495-2016 — Patty's Peppers Patty's Peppers

Hello,

I own a Patty's Peppers that is covered by recall F-0495-2016 from Patty's Peppers.

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-0495-2016 (August 12, 2015) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0495-2016 to see it in context.
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Garden Harvest recalls PATTY'S PEPPERS HUNGARIAN HOT & SWEET PEPPERS Uncle Joe's Original Recipe NET WT 16 oz & 32 oz Ingredients: Hungarian

Recall notice