Severity
Low
LowClass IIITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported April 20, 2016
Hidden Valley Original Ranch dressing, 16 fl oz. ( 473 ml). plastic bottles; Ingredients: Vegetable oil (soybean and/or Canola oil) water, egg yolk, sugar, Salt, Cultured non fat buttermilk, natural flavors (milk, soy), less than 1% spiced, dried garlic, dried onion, vinegar, phosphoric acid, xanthan gum, modified food starch, monosodium glutamate, artifical flavors, disodium phosphate, sorbic acid and calcium disodium EDTS as preservatives, disodium inosinate, disodium guanylate. Contains Eg
Incorrect ingredient labels inadvertently put on some bottles of salad dressing and therefore there is no declaration of soy lecithin as an ingredient.
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Clorox Co (The) recalled Hidden Valley Original Ranch dressing, 16 fl oz. ( 473 ml). plastic bottles; Ingredien… - a low-severity action.
Hidden Valley Original Ranch dressing, 16 fl oz. ( 473 ml). plastic bottles; Ingredien… was recalled by Clorox Co (The) in April 20, 2016. Reason: Incorrect ingredient labels inadvertently put on some bottles of salad dressing and therefore there is no dec…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1074-2016 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
Clorox Co (The) issued this low-severity FDA Food recall-Incorrect ingredient labels inadvertently put on some bottles of salad dressing and therefore there is no dec….
- Low
- severity level
- Class III
- classification
- April 20, 2016
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1074-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-1074-2016) was formally reported on April 20, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 3, 2016. It is classified under Low severity (Class III), with a current status of Terminated. Clorox Co (The) is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Oakland, CA. Federal records list the affected scope as 318 cases ( 2910 x 16 oz. bottles).
The documented reason for this recall is: Incorrect ingredient labels inadvertently put on some bottles of salad dressing and therefore there is no declaration of soy lecithin as an ingredient. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide distribution.. 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 low severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
318 cases ( 2910 x 16 oz. bottles)
Related Recalls
6
2 from same agency
Product description
Hidden Valley Original Ranch dressing, 16 fl oz. ( 473 ml). plastic bottles; Ingredients: Vegetable oil (soybean and/or Canola oil) water, egg yolk, sugar, Salt, Cultured non fat buttermilk, natural flavors (milk, soy), less than 1% spiced, dried garlic, dried onion, vinegar, phosphoric acid, xanthan gum, modified food starch, monosodium glutamate, artifical flavors, disodium phosphate, sorbic acid and calcium disodium EDTS as preservatives, disodium inosinate, disodium guanylate. Contains Egg, Milk, Soy, Gluten. HV Food Products Co. Oakland, CA 94612
Reason for recall
Incorrect ingredient labels inadvertently put on some bottles of salad dressing and therefore there is no declaration of soy lecithin as an ingredient.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Low (Class III) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-1074-2016 |
| Date reported | April 20, 2016 |
| Date initiated | March 3, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Clorox Co (The) |
| Firm location | Oakland, CA |
| Affected scope | 318 cases ( 2910 x 16 oz. bottles) |
| Distribution | Nationwide distribution. |
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
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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? ▼
Hidden Valley Original Ranch dressing, 16 fl oz. ( 473 ml). plastic bottles; Ingredients: Vegetable oil (soybean and/or Canola oil) water, egg yolk, sugar, Salt, Cultured non fat buttermilk, natural flavors (milk, soy), less than 1% spiced, dried garlic, dried onion, vinegar, phosphoric acid, xanthan gum, modified food starch, monosodium glutamate, artifical flavors, disodium phosphate, sorbic acid and calcium disodium EDTS as preservatives, disodium inosinate, disodium guanylate. Contains Egg, Milk, Soy, Gluten. HV Food Products Co. Oakland, CA 94612. Recalled by Clorox Co (The). Units affected: 318 cases ( 2910 x 16 oz. bottles).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Incorrect ingredient labels inadvertently put on some bottles of salad dressing and therefore there is no declaration of soy lecithin as an ingredient.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on April 20, 2016. Severity: Low. Recall number: F-1074-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Nationwide distribution..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-1074-2016) 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.
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