CLASS II Food recall · Reported 29 Aug 2012 · FDA Enforcement Report
Wheat Crackers recalled by Breadfarm
Breadfarm is recalling Wheat Crackers, distributed in Washington. The recall was initiated on 26 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-1967-2012
- FDA event ID
- 62521
- Recalling firm
- Breadfarm, Bow, WA
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 26 Jun 2012
- FDA classified
- 21 Aug 2012
- Reported
- 29 Aug 2012
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Telephone
- Reason category
- Foreign Material
- Product category
- Ready Meals
Timeline
| 26 Jun 2012 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 21 Aug 2012 | Classified by FDA | +56 days |
| 29 Aug 2012 | Published in enforcement report | +8 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
The wheat germ used by the firm to make their products was recalled by the wheat germ manufacturer because it was potentially contaminated with metal fragments approximately 05.mm in diameter and 3-15 mm in length. The contamination occurred at the raw ingredient manufacturer.
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
Wheat Crackers, packaged in cellophane sleeve wrap, 6.4 oz each. Sold in individual sleeves or in a case of 12 packages (cello sleeves).
Where it was distributed
Distributed to retailers and direct accounts in Washington State.
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
The wheat germ used by the firm to make their products was recalled by the wheat germ manufacturer because it was potentially contaminated with metal fragments approximately 05.mm in diameter and 3-15 mm in length. The contamination occurred at the raw ingredient manufacturer.
Which lots are affected?
"122", "130", "137", "148", "165". These are the julian dates that the dough was made,baked and packaged.
Where was it sold?
Distributed to retailers and direct accounts in Washington State.
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
2 other products · FDA event 62521This product is part of a recall event; the main page for the event is Fig Bars (Fig Newton style), bulk packed recalled by Breadfarm.
| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS II | Fig Bars (Fig Newton style), bulk packed recalled by Breadfarm | Breadfarm | Foreign Material | WA | |
| CLASS II | Whiskey Pecan Cookies recalled by BreadfarmWhiskey | Breadfarm | Foreign Material | WA |
More recalls from Breadfarm
All 3| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food | CLASS II | Whiskey Pecan Cookies recalled by BreadfarmWhiskey | Breadfarm | Foreign Material | WA |
| Food | CLASS II | Fig Bars (Fig Newton style), bulk packed recalled by Breadfarm | Breadfarm | Foreign Material | WA |
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