Breadfarm: The wheat germ used by the firm to make their products was recalled by the wheat germ manufacturer because it was potentially contaminated with metal fragments approximately 05.mm in diameter and 3-15 mm in length. The contamination occurred at the raw ingredient manufacturer.

Agency Publication Date: August 21, 2012

Affected Products

Product: Whiskey Pecan Cookies, packaged in cellophane sleeve wrap, 9.6 oz each. Sold in individual sleeves or in a case of 6 packages (cello sleeves).

"135", "141", "146", "148", "154", "155", "157", "160", "163", "166", and "173". These are the julian dates that the dough was baked and packaged. The dough was made on 4/29/12 and 5/28/12 and frozen.

Product: Wheat Crackers, packaged in cellophane sleeve wrap, 6.4 oz each. Sold in individual sleeves or in a case of 12 packages (cello sleeves).

"122", "130", "137", "148", "165". These are the julian dates that the dough was made,baked and packaged.

Product: Fig Bars (Fig Newton style), bulk packed and refrigerated for individual sales.

"128" and "149". These are the julian dates that the dough was baked and packaged. The dough was produced on 5/5/12 and 5/26/12.

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 62521

Status: Resolved

Manufacturer: Breadfarm

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: 3 products (46, 9.6oz packages; 163, 6.4oz packages; Approximately 50 to 60 pounds.)

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