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Class II, May Cause HarmF-1473-2018

Great Value Organic Ground Flax Seed, Net Wt. 16 oz. (1 LB) 454g. UPC 78742-14161, and Net Wt. 32 oz. (2 LB) 907g, UPC 78742-14165 Distributed by: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Bentonville, AR 72716

Recalled by Healthy Food Ingredients on Apr 21, 2018

Reason for Recall

Great Value Organic Ground Flax Seed has the potential to contain metal fragments.

Product Description

Great Value Organic Ground Flax Seed, Net Wt. 16 oz. (1 LB) 454g. UPC 78742-14161, and Net Wt. 32 oz. (2 LB) 907g, UPC 78742-14165 Distributed by: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Bentonville, AR 72716

Distribution

CA

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.

Browse Related Recalls

Food category: Nuts & Seeds
States affected: California

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