CLASS II Food recall · Reported 25 Nov 2015 · FDA Enforcement Report
Sample Assortment recalled by Kronos Foods
Kronos Foods is recalling Sample Assortment, distributed in 9 states. The recall was initiated on 9 Oct 2015 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-0237-2016
- FDA event ID
- 72435
- Recalling firm
- Kronos Foods, Madera, CA
- Brand
- Sample Assortment
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 9 Oct 2015
- FDA classified
- 18 Nov 2015
- Reported
- 25 Nov 2015
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Reason category
- Foreign Material
- Product category
- Other
Timeline
| 9 Oct 2015 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 18 Nov 2015 | Classified by FDA | +40 days |
| 25 Nov 2015 | 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
Potential for metal fragments in baked goods - discovery after increased Metal Detector Rejections.
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
Sample Assortment Net WT 4 lbs. (1.82 kg) total weight of five trays bundled together. 38-68 pieces per tray Item number 11904 Manufactured by Kronos Foods Corporation, Madera, CA
Where it was distributed
US Distribution only: LA, CA, NJ, TX, NV, MT, NE, OH, OR, One consignee in Canada.
CaliforniaLouisianaMontanaNebraskaNew JerseyNevadaOhioOregonTexas
Questions about this recall
Is Sample Assortment recalled?
Yes. Kronos Foods recalled Sample Assortment on 9 Oct 2015. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-0237-2016.
Why was it recalled?
Potential for metal fragments in baked goods - discovery after increased Metal Detector Rejections.
Which lots are affected?
Item number 11904 Lot Number 15268, Exp 3/25/16.
Where was it sold?
US Distribution only: LA, CA, NJ, TX, NV, MT, NE, OH, OR, One consignee in Canada.
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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