Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported December 14, 2022
Taylor Farms Guacamole Tray - Large, Refrigerated & Ready To Eat product, packaged in a plastic round container, net wt. 61 oz. The tray contains Cucumber, Baby Carrots, Jicama, Red Bell Pepper, Yellow Bell Pepper, and Blended Guacamole (Hass Avocados). Distributed by Taylor Farms NW Kent, WA 98032. UPC 30223 11373.
Metal fragment. A piece of metal about 3/4 inch was found in retail package.
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Taylor Farms Northwest, LLC recalled Taylor Farms Guacamole Tray - Large, Refrigerated & Ready To Eat product, packaged in a p… - a moderate-severity action.
Taylor Farms Guacamole Tray - Large, Refrigerated & Ready To Eat product, packaged in a p… was recalled by Taylor Farms Northwest, LLC in December 14, 2022. Reason: Metal fragment. A piece of metal about 3/4 inch was found in retail package.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0188-2023 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
Taylor Farms Northwest, LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-Metal fragment. A piece of metal about 3/4 inch was found in retail package..
- Moderate
- severity level
- 161 units
- affected scope
- Class II
- classification
- December 14, 2022
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0188-2023 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-0188-2023) was formally reported on December 14, 2022, with the manufacturer initiating the action on November 16, 2022. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Taylor Farms Northwest, LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Kent, WA. Federal records list the affected scope as 161 units.
The documented reason for this recall is: Metal fragment. A piece of metal about 3/4 inch was found in retail package. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Distributed in Washington only.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Children & Baby Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,731 children & baby products recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
161 units
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
Taylor Farms Guacamole Tray - Large, Refrigerated & Ready To Eat product, packaged in a plastic round container, net wt. 61 oz. The tray contains Cucumber, Baby Carrots, Jicama, Red Bell Pepper, Yellow Bell Pepper, and Blended Guacamole (Hass Avocados). Distributed by Taylor Farms NW Kent, WA 98032. UPC 30223 11373.
Reason for recall
Metal fragment. A piece of metal about 3/4 inch was found in retail package.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-0188-2023 |
| Date reported | December 14, 2022 |
| Date initiated | November 16, 2022 |
| Recalling firm | Taylor Farms Northwest, LLC |
| Firm location | Kent, WA |
| Affected scope | 161 units |
| Distribution | Distributed in Washington only. |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Taylor Farms Guacamole Tray - Large, Refrigerated & Ready To Eat product, packaged in a plastic round container, net wt. 61 oz. The tray contains Cucumber, Baby Carrots, Jicama, Red Bell Pepper, Yellow Bell Pepper, and Blended Guacamole (Hass Avocados). Distributed by Taylor Farms NW Kent, WA 98032. UPC 30223 11373.. Recalled by Taylor Farms Northwest, LLC. Units affected: 161 units.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Metal fragment. A piece of metal about 3/4 inch was found in retail package.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on December 14, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-0188-2023.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Distributed in Washington only..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-0188-2023) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product? ▼
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.
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