Fletchers Fine Foods Black Forest Ham Recalled for Rubber Contamination

Agency Publication Date: September 21, 2016

Summary

502 Boundary Blvd. Inc. is recalling approximately 8,694 pounds of Fletchers Fine Foods CLASSICS Black Forest Brand Ham with Natural Juices because it may contain pieces of rubber. The recall was initiated after a consumer reported finding various sized pieces of rubber embedded inside the ready-to-eat ham product. These 6.02-pound vacuum-sealed packages were sold at Costco and Sam's Club locations in Alaska, Utah, and Washington.

Risk

The product contains extraneous rubber materials that pose a choking hazard or risk of injury if consumed. While no injuries have been confirmed, the rubber was found embedded within the meat itself.

What You Should Do

This recall affects 6.02-lb. vacuum-sealed packages of Fletchers Fine Foods CLASSICS Black Forest Brand Ham with Natural Juices bearing packaging code 16 OC 2016.
Identify the product by looking for 'Product of Canada' and establishment number 'Est. #337' on the label.
Do not consume the recalled ham; either throw the product away or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
If you are concerned about a potential injury or illness from consuming this product, contact your healthcare provider immediately.
For questions regarding this recall, contact the Consumer Call Centre at 1-855-763-4621 or the manufacturer's media contact at 905-747-3322 Ext. 2118.
Call the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-888-674-6854 for additional food safety questions.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

Option 1: Full Refund

How to: Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, or contact the manufacturer or supplier for further instructions

Option 2: Dispose of Product

How to: Throw the product away.

Affected Products

Product: Fletchers Fine Foods CLASSICS Black Forest Brand Ham with Natural Juices (6.02-lb.)

Lot Numbers:

16 OC 2016

Establishment #: Est. #337

Date Ranges: Produced on July 18, 2016, Exported to the United States on July 21, 2016

Vacuum-sealed packages; Product of Canada; Distributed to Costco and Sam's Club.

Additional Information

Agency: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Recall ID: 085-2016

Status: Active

Sold By: Costco; Sams Club

Manufactured In: Canada

Units Affected: 0 pounds

Distributed To: Alaska, Utah, Washington

Classification: Class II

Agency Last Updated: September 21, 2016

Were You Affected by This Recall?

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Summary

What You Should Do

This recall affects 6.02-lb. vacuum-sealed packages of Fletchers Fine Foods CLASSICS Black Forest Brand Ham with Natural Juices bearing packaging code 16 OC 2016.

Identify the product by looking for 'Product of Canada' and establishment number 'Est. #337' on the label.

Do not consume the recalled ham; either throw the product away or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

If you are concerned about a potential injury or illness from consuming this product, contact your healthcare provider immediately.

For questions regarding this recall, contact the Consumer Call Centre at 1-855-763-4621 or the manufacturer's media contact at 905-747-3322 Ext. 2118.

Call the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-888-674-6854 for additional food safety questions.