CLASS II Food recall · Reported 17 Feb 2021 · FDA Enforcement Report
Reese Hollandaise Sauce recalled by World Finer Foods
World Finer Foods is recalling Reese Hollandaise Sauce, distributed in 12 states. The recall was initiated on 22 Jan 2021 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-0278-2021
- FDA event ID
- 87215
- Recalling firm
- World Finer Foods, Bloomfield, NJ
- Brand
- Reese Hollandaise
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 22 Jan 2021
- FDA classified
- 10 Feb 2021
- Reported
- 17 Feb 2021
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Reason category
- Lead & Heavy Metals
- Product category
- Sauces & Condiments
Timeline
| 22 Jan 2021 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 10 Feb 2021 | Classified by FDA | +19 days |
| 17 Feb 2021 | Published in enforcement report | +7 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Reports of compromised vacuum seal and product expansion which may lead to growth of microorganisms
Lead and other heavy metals accumulate in the body. Children are most at risk; even low levels can affect development.
Product as listed by the FDA
Reese Hollandaise Sauce packaged in glass jars 7.5 oz UPC: 7067060108
Where it was distributed
Distributed to distribution centers in CO, TN, PA, WI, ME, MI, IN, SC, IL, TN, FL, TX, and CA
CaliforniaColoradoFloridaIllinoisIndianaMaineMichiganPennsylvaniaSouth CarolinaTennesseeTexasWisconsin
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Reports of compromised vacuum seal and product expansion which may lead to growth of microorganisms
Which lots are affected?
Best by 11/16/2022
Where was it sold?
Distributed to distribution centers in CO, TN, PA, WI, ME, MI, IN, SC, IL, TN, FL, TX, and CA
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 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
Other products in this recall event
1 other product · FDA event 87215| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS II | Reese Bearnaise Sauce recalled by World Finer FoodsReese Bearnaise | World Finer Foods | Lead & Heavy Metals | 12 states |
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