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Class II, May Cause HarmF-0191-2020

Ready to eat Pip Pop Movie Theater Popcorn packaged in 24 oz. laminated plastic zip pouch bag, 6 per case, UPC 004117281119; Made in Orem, Utah. Manufactured for Associated Foods Stores, Salt Lake City, UT 84119. Small sticker label in each bag bears exp date and lot/batch code.

Recalled by Water Gardens Confections LLC on Nov 7, 2019

Reviewed by FoodRecallWatch Editorial Team · Updated

Recall Summary

Water Gardens Confections LLC recalled Ready to eat Pip Pop Movie Theater Popcorn packaged in 24 oz. laminated plastic zip pouch bag, 6 per case, UPC 004117281119; Made in Orem, U in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Nov 7, 2019.

The recall cites foreign-material contamination: "Foreign material determined to be part of packaging was found in 24 oz. bags of Pip Pop Movie Theater Popcorn produced on multiple dates." Physical contaminants such as metal, glass, or plastic can cause choking, cuts, or dental injuries.

The product reached multiple states, recorded by the FDA as "Recalling firm distributed directly only to a single consignee, who further distributed to 2 company owned grocers (retailers) and 3 additional member grocers (retailers) located regionally in UT, WY, ID, NV, MT, and CO." A multi-state footprint means the same lot can surface in households far from the producer. The recalling firm is based in Orem, UT. The recall covers 5646 24 oz. bags/941 cases of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Dec 4, 2019), its final lifecycle state, indicating the agency considers the corrective action resolved. The historical record remains useful for tracking a brand's recall pattern over time.

Reason for Recall

Foreign material determined to be part of packaging was found in 24 oz. bags of Pip Pop Movie Theater Popcorn produced on multiple dates.

Product Description

Ready to eat Pip Pop Movie Theater Popcorn packaged in 24 oz. laminated plastic zip pouch bag, 6 per case, UPC 004117281119; Made in Orem, Utah. Manufactured for Associated Foods Stores, Salt Lake City, UT 84119. Small sticker label in each bag bears exp date and lot/batch code.

Distribution

Recalling firm distributed directly only to a single consignee, who further distributed to 2 company owned grocers (retailers) and 3 additional member grocers (retailers) located regionally in UT, WY, ID, NV, MT, and CO.

What Should You Do?

  • 1.Check your kitchen for this product immediately.
  • 2.Do not consume the recalled product.
  • 3.Return the product to where you bought it for a full refund, or throw it away.
  • 4.If you have experienced any health issues, contact your healthcare provider.

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Source: FDA Recalls, Market Withdrawals and Safety Alerts, 2026.