Heart of the Valley brand Parsnips — Class III food recall F-1603-2014
Terminated recall by Ed Fields & Sons, Inc, reported 2014-03-12, distributed in IA, KS, MN, MO, WI. Parsnips were found to be above tolerance, maximum residue level, for the pesticide linuron.
| Recall number | F-1603-2014 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Food |
| Classification | Class III |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Ed Fields & Sons, Inc, Andover, MN, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2014-02-08 |
| Classified | 2014-02-28 |
| Reported by FDA | 2014-03-12 |
| Terminated | 2017-12-11 |
| Distributed | IA, KS, MN, MO, WI |
| Quantity | 5,000 pounds |
| Reason classes | chemical contamination |
Product
Heart of the Valley brand Parsnips, produce of U.S.A., packaged in the following sizes: 16 ounces (453 grams), UPC 31446-22016; 20 ounces (566 grams), UPC 31446-22020; 20 lb. bags; and 40 lb boxes
Reason for recall
Parsnips were found to be above tolerance, maximum residue level, for the pesticide linuron.
Machine access
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