Safeway recalls edamame bags from China with trace pesticide chlorafluazuron. Consumers should check for specific product details and follow official instructions.
Product on hold pending FDA testing that found 0.015 ppm of the pesticide chlorafluazuron was inadvertently released to Safeway warehouses and a few retail stores.
Safeway is recalling edamame bags that were found to have a very small amount of pesticide chlorafluazuron. This is a food safety issue that requires consumers to check their purchases and follow the recall instructions.
The edamame bags were found to have trace amounts of the pesticide chlorafluazuron, which was accidentally released during the packaging process. This pesticide is present in very small quantities but could pose a risk if consumed over time.
Safeway customers who bought edamame bags with the specific UPC code 0 21130 09197 3 between November 2013 and May 2015 are affected. Those who consumed the product after the recall was issued may be at risk.
Check for edamame bags labeled 'Safeway Kitchens In Shell Edamame' with a net weight of 48 oz. (3 lb, 1.35Kg) and a UPC code of 0 21130 09197 3. The product was sold between November 2013 and May 2015.
Look for the specific UPC code 0 21130 09197 3 on the bag label to confirm if it's part of the recall.
The recall is due to trace pesticide levels found in the product, but the amount is very small. Safeway recommends checking the recall details for specific instructions.
Check for edamame bags with the UPC code 0 21130 09197 3, which were sold between November 2013 and May 2015.
The recall does not require discarding the product; consumers should check the product details and follow the official instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Safeway to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-1383-2014 — Safeway Safeway Hello, I own a Safeway that is covered by recall F-1383-2014 from Safeway. 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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