CLASS II Food recall · Reported 1 Aug 2012 · FDA Enforcement Report
Hidden Valley Salad Crispins Original Ranch recalled by Clorox Co (The)
Clorox Co (The) is recalling Hidden Valley Salad Crispins Original Ranch, distributed in Michigan. The recall was initiated on 22 Jun 2012 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
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.
Recall details
- Recall number
- F-1785-2012
- FDA event ID
- 62288
- Recalling firm
- Clorox Co (The), Oakland, CA
- Brand
- Hidden Valley
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 22 Jun 2012
- FDA classified
- 23 Jul 2012
- Reported
- 1 Aug 2012
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Foreign Material
- Product category
- Salad Kits
Timeline
| 22 Jun 2012 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 23 Jul 2012 | Classified by FDA | +31 days |
| 1 Aug 2012 | Published in enforcement report | +9 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
The cultured nonfat buttermilk ingredient used in production of the Salad Crispins was recalled by the supplier due to potential metal fragment contamination associated with the lactic acid used in production of the ingredient.
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 FDA
Hidden Valley Salad Crispins Original Ranch; crisp mini-croutons, crunchy carrot bits and a blend of buttermilk and spices; Net Wt. 2.5 Oz. canister, 12 canisters per case; UPC 10071100 008347
Where it was distributed
Michigan
Questions about this recall
Is Hidden Valley Salad Crispins Original Ranch recalled?
Yes. Clorox Co (The) recalled Hidden Valley Salad Crispins Original Ranch on 22 Jun 2012. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-1785-2012.
Why was it recalled?
The cultured nonfat buttermilk ingredient used in production of the Salad Crispins was recalled by the supplier due to potential metal fragment contamination associated with the lactic acid used in production of the ingredient.
Which lots are affected?
Canister lot code: CBG1 NOV27 2012 and DBG1 NOV27 2012; Case lot code: G12152
Where was it sold?
Michigan
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 FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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