Condies Food fine shred lettuce, and 1/4 shred lettuce; 5 lbs bags, 4 bags per case

Condies Foods, INC recalled Condies Food fine shred lettuce, and 1/4 shred lettuce; 5 lbs bags, 4 bags per case in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Jan 2, 2014.

The recall cites foreign-material contamination: "A piece of hard brittle plastic was found inside a bag of 41890 Lettuce Shred Fine. The bag of lettuce had the following code date: Use Thru 1/7. Upon receipt of a picture of the plastic, it was determined that the plastic had originated from an instrument used by Condies Foods for quality control purposes. It is believed that there is a possibility that additional pieces may be within other bags" Physical contaminants such as metal, glass, or plastic can cause choking, cuts, or dental injuries.

Distribution was limited; the FDA record lists "5 Distributors within UT." Single-area recalls still warrant a kitchen check for anyone who shops within that footprint. The recalling firm is based in Kearns, UT. The recall covers Fine shred lettuce (1-7): 90 cases; 1/4 shred lettuce (1-6): 28 cases of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Feb 5, 2014), 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.