Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported February 13, 2013
Dried Preserved Plum packaged in clear 4.4 lb (1904 g) plastic packages. The product comes in bulk form in a brown corrugated box with 10 x 4.4 lb packages. Net weight of one case is 44 lbs.. Product information is provided on the case with product name "Dried Preserved Plum" and Net Weight 44 lbs. (Product was destroyed and photos of product are not available). Distributed by Nuera Trading Company Inc., San Leandro, CA. Manufactured by Zi Jing Yuk Hin Enterprises, Guangdong, China.
California Department of Public Health sampled Dried Plum Preserves in 4.4 lb packages and found it to contain lead at 1.5 and 1.6 ug/g.
Nuera Trading Company Incorporated recalled Dried Preserved Plum packaged in clear 4.4 lb (1904 g) plastic packages. The product come… - a moderate-severity action.
Dried Preserved Plum packaged in clear 4.4 lb (1904 g) plastic packages. The product come… was recalled by Nuera Trading Company Incorporated in February 13, 2013. Reason: California Department of Public Health sampled Dried Plum Preserves in 4.4 lb packages and found it to contai…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0968-2013 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
Nuera Trading Company Incorporated issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-California Department of Public Health sampled Dried Plum Preserves in 4.4 lb packages and found it to contai….
- Moderate
- severity level
- Class II
- classification
- February 13, 2013
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0968-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-0968-2013) was formally reported on February 13, 2013, with the manufacturer initiating the action on January 15, 2013. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Nuera Trading Company Incorporated is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of San Leandro, CA. Federal records list the affected scope as ~580 cartons (10 x 4.4lb packages per carton).
The documented reason for this recall is: California Department of Public Health sampled Dried Plum Preserves in 4.4 lb packages and found it to contain lead at 1.5 and 1.6 ug/g. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: CA, WA, TX and NY. 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, 2 from FDA Food - 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.
Food recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 25,126 food 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
~580 cartons (10 x 4.4lb packages per carton)
Related Recalls
6
2 from same agency
Product description
Dried Preserved Plum packaged in clear 4.4 lb (1904 g) plastic packages. The product comes in bulk form in a brown corrugated box with 10 x 4.4 lb packages. Net weight of one case is 44 lbs.. Product information is provided on the case with product name "Dried Preserved Plum" and Net Weight 44 lbs. (Product was destroyed and photos of product are not available). Distributed by Nuera Trading Company Inc., San Leandro, CA. Manufactured by Zi Jing Yuk Hin Enterprises, Guangdong, China.
Reason for recall
California Department of Public Health sampled Dried Plum Preserves in 4.4 lb packages and found it to contain lead at 1.5 and 1.6 ug/g.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-0968-2013 |
| Date reported | February 13, 2013 |
| Date initiated | January 15, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Nuera Trading Company Incorporated |
| Firm location | San Leandro, CA |
| Affected scope | ~580 cartons (10 x 4.4lb packages per carton) |
| Distribution | CA, WA, TX and NY |
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
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? ▼
Dried Preserved Plum packaged in clear 4.4 lb (1904 g) plastic packages. The product comes in bulk form in a brown corrugated box with 10 x 4.4 lb packages. Net weight of one case is 44 lbs.. Product information is provided on the case with product name "Dried Preserved Plum" and Net Weight 44 lbs. (Product was destroyed and photos of product are not available). Distributed by Nuera Trading Company Inc., San Leandro, CA. Manufactured by Zi Jing Yuk Hin Enterprises, Guangdong, China.. Recalled by Nuera Trading Company Incorporated. Units affected: ~580 cartons (10 x 4.4lb packages per carton).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
California Department of Public Health sampled Dried Plum Preserves in 4.4 lb packages and found it to contain lead at 1.5 and 1.6 ug/g.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on February 13, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-0968-2013.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: CA, WA, TX and NY.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-0968-2013) 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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