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Class II, May Cause HarmF-0612-2016

Pint Umpqua Dairy 4% Cottage Cheese, item no. 04308, Net wt. 16 oz. UPC 0 71203 00248 1 24 oz. Umpqua Dairy 4% Cottage Cheese, item no. 04286, UPC 0 71203 00255 9. 3 lbs. Umpqua Dairy 4% Cottage Cheese, item no. 03980, UPC 0 71203 00280 1.

Recalled by Umpqua Dairy Products CO on Jan 14, 2016

Reviewed by FoodRecallWatch Editorial Team · Updated

Recall Summary

Umpqua Dairy Products CO recalled Pint Umpqua Dairy 4% Cottage Cheese, item no. 04308, Net wt. 16 oz. UPC 0 71203 00248 1 in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Jan 14, 2016.

The FDA-published reason for this recall is: "Umpqua Dairy 4% Cottage Cheese was made from milk which was tested presumptive positive for beta lactam antibiotics. The firm did not conduct any confirmation test."

The product reached multiple states, recorded by the FDA as "distributed in AK, ID, CA, MT, OR, and WA." A multi-state footprint means the same lot can surface in households far from the producer. The recalling firm is based in Roseburg, OR. The recall covers 2656/16 oz. units; 2001/24 oz. units; and 957/3 lbs. units of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Feb 24, 2016), 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

Umpqua Dairy 4% Cottage Cheese was made from milk which was tested presumptive positive for beta lactam antibiotics. The firm did not conduct any confirmation test.

Product Description

Pint Umpqua Dairy 4% Cottage Cheese, item no. 04308, Net wt. 16 oz. UPC 0 71203 00248 1 24 oz. Umpqua Dairy 4% Cottage Cheese, item no. 04286, UPC 0 71203 00255 9. 3 lbs. Umpqua Dairy 4% Cottage Cheese, item no. 03980, UPC 0 71203 00280 1.

Distribution

distributed in AK, ID, CA, MT, OR, and WA.

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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