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Medium RiskFDA Food
Food & Beverages/Beverages

Ricker Hill Orchards Apple Cider Recalled for High Patulin Levels

Agency Publication Date: May 18, 2020
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Summary

Ricker Hill Farms, Inc. is voluntarily recalling 455 cases of its Ricker Hill Orchards Apple Cider (McIntosh Blend) because it contains high levels of patulin, a toxin produced by certain molds. The recall affects both 1-gallon and 1/2-gallon containers that were distributed in Maine. Consumers who have purchased this cider should not drink it and should instead return it to the store for a full refund.

Risk

The cider contains high levels of patulin, which is a mold-produced toxin that can cause nausea, gastrointestinal disturbances, and vomiting if consumed in high concentrations.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your refrigerator for RICKER HILL ORCHARDS APPLE CIDER McIntosh Blend in 1 gallon (128 fl oz) or 1/2 gallon (64 fl oz) plastic containers.
  2. Locate the UPC code 0 74613 80009 8 and the date 5/17/2020 on the product packaging to confirm it is part of the recall.
  3. Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, throw it away, or contact the manufacturer for further instructions.
  4. Call the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) if you have further questions.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

๐Ÿ’ฐOption 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
๐Ÿ—‘๏ธOption 2: Dispose of Product
How to: Throw the product away.

Affected Products

Product: Ricker Hill Orchards Apple Cider McIntosh Blend (1 GAL and 1/2 GAL)by Ricker Hill Orchards
Variants: 1 GAL (128 FL OZ), 1/2 GAL (64 FL OZ)
UPC Codes:
074613800098
Lot Numbers:
Dated 5/17/2020

Keep Refrigerated; Made in Maine

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 85589
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: Ricker Hill Farms, Inc.
Sold By: Retailers in Maine
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 455 Cases
Distributed To: Maine

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