Summary
Hollandia Dairy in California recalled its 100% Appleberry Juice due to potential contamination with a cleaning fluid called peracetic acid. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a Class II risk classification, meaning the product might cause temporary health issues, but serious harm is unlikely. The recall affects over 22,000 half-pint units of juice distributed to schools in various California cities.
Key Facts
- Hollandia Dairy issued a voluntary recall of its Appleberry Juice on October 5.
- The FDA classified the recall as Class II, indicating possible temporary health effects.
- The affected juice has a UPC code of 0 27495 03679 6.
- Approximately 22,700 units of the juice were distributed to schools in California.
- No illnesses from the juice have been reported as of December 12.
- The cleaning fluid involved, peracetic acid, is highly corrosive and can irritate the respiratory system.
- Schools with the affected juice should not serve it and need to dispose of it.
- The recall is ongoing according to the FDA.
