FDAClass IIApril 6, 2016

18168-BLN : Brilliance Clear Premium Frying Oil recall

18168-BLN : Brilliance Clear Premium Frying Oil 35 lb. ; 16763-MFY : Mel-Fry Essential High Performance Liquid Frying Oil 35 lb. ; 16502-MFY : Mel-Fry Premium High Performance Liquid Frying Oil 35 lb. ;

Why was 18168-BLN : Brilliance Clear Premium Frying Oil recalled?

Ventura Foods is recalling various brands of cooking oil in 35 lb. jugs due to the presence of plastic. jug supplier reported that the manufacturing defect in the 35 lb. jugs was caused by the sealing surface trim possibly being pushed into the jug during the trimming process.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

18168-BLN : 16763-MFY : 16502-MFY : And Julian day codes (DDY): 226 through 406

Product
18168-BLN : Brilliance Clear Premium Frying Oil 35 lb. ; 16763-MFY : Mel-Fry Essential High Performance Liquid Frying Oil 35 lb. ; 16502-MFY : Mel-Fry Premium High Performance Liquid Frying Oil 35 lb. ;
Recalling firm
Ventura Foods Calttn Hq Ap Bulk Oil
Quantity
3681 cases, 12-35 lb jugs/case
Distribution
nationwide
Recall date
April 6, 2016
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (food)
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