CLASS II Food recall · Reported 21 Sep 2016 · USDA FSIS
Black Forest Ham Products recalled by 502 Boundary Blvd
502 Boundary Blvd is recalling Array. The recall was initiated on 21 Sep 2016 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Recall details
- Recall number
- FSIS-085-2016
- Recalling firm
- 502 Boundary Blvd
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Completed
- Recall initiated
- 21 Sep 2016
- Reported
- 21 Sep 2016
- USDA notice type
- Closed Recall
- Reason category
- Foreign Material
- Product category
- Pork
Timeline
| 21 Sep 2016 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 21 Sep 2016 | Published in enforcement report | +0 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Array. WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2016 502 Boundary Blvd. Inc., formerly known as Fletchers Fine Foods Ltd., an Algona, Wash., establishment, is recalling approximately 8,694 pounds of ham products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically rubber, the U.S. Department of Agricultures Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The products were produced and packed by Sofina Foods, a London, Ont., establishment, and exported to the United States on July 21, 2016. This product was only distributed to the United States. The boneless, ready-to-eat ham items were produced on July 18, 2016. The following products are subject to recall: [View Label] 6.02-lb. vacuum-sealed packages containing one Fletchers Fine Foods CLASSICS Black Forest Brand Ham with Natural Juices. The products subject to recall bear Product of Canada and Est. #337 on the label. The ready-to-eat ham products bear packaging code 16 OC 2016. These items were shipped to Costco and Sams Club establishments and distribution centers in Alaska, Utah, and Washington. The problem was discovered when a retail location received a consumer complaint regarding the Black Forest Ham product. The consumer reported having found various sized pieces of what appeared to be rubber material embedded in the product. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider. Consumers who hav
Foreign material recalls cover pieces of metal, plastic, glass, wood or other objects that got into the product during processing and could cause injury if eaten.
Product as listed by the USDA
Array
Where it was distributed
Array
Stores named: Costco, Sam's Club
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Array. WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2016 502 Boundary Blvd. Inc., formerly known as Fletchers Fine Foods Ltd., an Algona, Wash., establishment, is recalling approximately 8,694 pounds of ham products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically rubber, the U.S. Department of Agricultures Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The products were produced and packed by Sofina Foods, a London, Ont., establishment, and exported to the United States on July 21, 2016. This product was only distributed to the United States. The boneless, ready-to-eat ham items were produced on July 18, 2016. The following products are subject to recall: [View Label] 6.02-lb. vacuum-sealed packages containing one Fletchers Fine Foods CLASSICS Black Forest Brand Ham with Natural Juices. The products subject to recall bear Product of Canada and Est. #337 on the label. The ready-to-eat ham products bear packaging code 16 OC 2016. These items were shipped to Costco and Sams Club establishments and distribution centers in Alaska, Utah, and Washington. The problem was discovered when a retail location received a consumer complaint regarding the Black Forest Ham product. The consumer reported having found various sized pieces of what appeared to be rubber material embedded in the product. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider. Consumers who hav
Where was it sold?
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What should I do if I have it?
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official USDA FSIS notice · Source record retrieved 29 Sep 2026. USDA data is public domain. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.