The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Schep’s Bakeries Ltd., based in Norwich, Ontario, Canada, have issued a voluntary recall of Heavenfull brand Brownie Skillet with Vanilla Ice Cream due to pieces of plastic. Food contaminated with foreign objects has the potential to cause severe harm, including choking, injury, illness, damage to teeth, or even death.
Background
The recall notice did not state how the potential presence of plastic contamination in the recalled product was discovered.
Distribution
The affected product was distributed only through retail channels in the Canadian province of Ontario.
Product Details
- Brand – Heavenfull
- Product Name – Brownie Skillet with Vanilla Ice Cream
- Size – 8 x 87 grams
- UPC Code – 8 54787 00196 1
- Other Codes –
- BEST BEFORE: 2025 NO 04
- CO-BS309-24
- BEST BEFORE: 2025 NO 05
- CO-BS310-24
- BEST BEFORE: 2025 NO 06
- CO-BS311-24
- BEST BEFORE: 2025 NO 04
Consumer Action
As with all food recalls, consumers are strongly advised to discontinue use of the affected product even if it looks or smells safe to eat or if there are no visible signs of contamination by foreign objects.
Anyone in possession of the recalled products is requested to not sell, serve, or distribute them.
Consumers should contact the place of purchase to see if they can return it for a refund. If not, the recalled product should be disposed of immediately.
Consumers with additional questions or concerns can contact the CFIA toll free by phone in Canada or the United States at 800-442-2342 or by email at [email protected].
Health Risks
The recall notice did not state if any illnesses or injuries in connection with the recalled product have been reported. Any consumer who has been exposed to the affected product, and is experiencing sickness or injury, should contact their medical provider immediately.
Food contaminated with plastic has the potential to cause severe harm, including choking, injury, illness, damage to teeth, gums, tongue, throat, mouth, stomach, and intestines or even death in most people. Infants, the elderly, and recent surgery patients could also be at extreme risk of serious injury.
Commenting on this article, the nation’s leading food poisoning lawyer said, “Consumers may not be able to see the contaminating plastic. I strongly urge anyone with the recalled product to discontinue use and throw it away.”
