Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported November 25, 2015
Martinelli's Sparkling Northwest Blend Cider , 8.4 oz glass bottles (250 mL); Packed in 12 pack, UPC 0 41244 99057 5; item number 99957; Single 8.4 oz. bottle - UPC 0 41244 99057 3.
Potential for glass fragments in 8.4 oz. bottles of four varieties of sparkling cider.
Compiled from official public sources by the editorial team.
Verify with FDA Food →
S. Martinelli & Co recalled Martinelli's Sparkling Northwest Blend Cider , 8.4 oz glass bottles (250 mL); Packed in… - a moderate-severity action.
Martinelli's Sparkling Northwest Blend Cider , 8.4 oz glass bottles (250 mL); Packed in… was recalled by S. Martinelli & Co in November 25, 2015. Reason: Potential for glass fragments in 8.4 oz. bottles of four varieties of sparkling cider.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0198-2016 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
S. Martinelli & Co issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-Potential for glass fragments in 8.4 oz. bottles of four varieties of sparkling cider..
- Moderate
- severity level
- Class II
- classification
- November 25, 2015
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0198-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-0198-2016) was formally reported on November 25, 2015, with the manufacturer initiating the action on October 15, 2015. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. S. Martinelli & Co is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Watsonville, CA. Federal records list the affected scope as 203,989 trays of 12 packs.
The documented reason for this recall is: Potential for glass fragments in 8.4 oz. bottles of four varieties of sparkling cider. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US and Japan, Virgin Islands, India, Costa Rica, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Panama, Aruba, Jamaica, Barbados, Trinidad/Tobago, Dominican Republic, US Virgin Islands, Columbia, American Samoa, Curacao,…. 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
203,989 trays of 12 packs
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
Martinelli's Sparkling Northwest Blend Cider , 8.4 oz glass bottles (250 mL); Packed in 12 pack, UPC 0 41244 99057 5; item number 99957; Single 8.4 oz. bottle - UPC 0 41244 99057 3.
Reason for recall
Potential for glass fragments in 8.4 oz. bottles of four varieties of sparkling cider.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-0198-2016 |
| Date reported | November 25, 2015 |
| Date initiated | October 15, 2015 |
| Recalling firm | S. Martinelli & Co |
| Firm location | Watsonville, CA |
| Affected scope | 203,989 trays of 12 packs |
| Distribution | US and Japan, Virgin Islands, India, Costa Rica, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Panama, Aruba, Jamaica, Barbados, Trinidad/Tobago, Dominican Republic, US Virgin Islands, Columbia, American Samoa, Curacao, Guam, Grand Cayman … |
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.
- Check the recall number (F-0198-2016) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status with FDA Food before acting, recall details can be updated.
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official FDA Food record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Martinelli's Sparkling Northwest Blend Cider , 8.4 oz glass bottles (250 mL); Packed in 12 pack, UPC 0 41244 99057 5; item number 99957; Single 8.4 oz. bottle - UPC 0 41244 99057 3.. Recalled by S. Martinelli & Co. Units affected: 203,989 trays of 12 packs.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Potential for glass fragments in 8.4 oz. bottles of four varieties of sparkling cider.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on November 25, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-0198-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: US and Japan, Virgin Islands, India, Costa Rica, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Panama, Aruba, Jamaica, Barbados, Trinidad/Tobago, Dominican Republic, US Virgin Islands, Columbia, American Samoa, Curacao, Guam, Grand Cayman Islands, St. Croix, St. Marten, St. Thomas and Fiji. Shipments to Costco in Japan, and to India and Fiji, were made to a distributor, Otis McAllister, Inc., 300 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, suite 400, Oakland, CA 94612, which then sold the product to the retailer in those countries..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-0198-2016) 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.
Nearby Recalls in This Category
Other recalls in the same product category, useful for spotting patterns across the same defect class or manufacturer.
CPSC Moderate
AMASKY Nursing Pillows Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Suffocation; Violate Mandatory Standards fo…
Xishentang Dongguan Trading Co, Ltd., dba Pretty-Life, of China · 2026-07-02
CPSC Moderate
Diamond Wipes International Recalls CVS Health Medicated Hemorrhoidal Wipes Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from…
Diamond Wipes International, Inc. of Chino, California · 2026-07-02
CPSC Moderate
Junpower CR2032 Lithium Coin Batteries Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Battery Ingestion Hazard; V…
· 2026-07-02
CPSC Moderate
Target Recalls Gigglescape™ Under the Sea Popping Toy Due to Choking Hazard
· 2026-07-02
CPSC Moderate
Vevor Recalls Baby Loungers Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Entrapment and Fall Hazards; Violate Mandatory …
Sanven Technology Ltd., dba Vevor, of Rancho Cucamonga, California · 2026-07-02
Compare this recall with AMASKY Nursing Pillows Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Inju… →
Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Food, reported November 25, 2015. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.