Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IICompleted
FDA Food recall · Reported May 10, 2017
Tropicana 100% JUICE, orange juice From Concentrate with Other Natural Flavors, 24-10 FL OZ (296 mL) BOTTLES, (TOTAL 240 FL OZ (1.8 GAL) 7L), UPC 48500 75823, Tropicana Manufacturing Company, Inc., Bradenton, Florida 34206 USA
One lot of Tropicana orange juice, may have small plastic fragments.
The recall
Quaker Oats Co issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall — One lot of Tropicana orange juice, may have small plastic fragments..
- Moderate
- severity level
- Class II
- classification
- May 10, 2017
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-2181-2017 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-2181-2017) was formally reported on May 10, 2017, with the manufacturer initiating the action on April 10, 2017. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Completed. Quaker Oats Co is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Purchase, NY. Federal records list the affected scope as 3,730 cases of 24 units.
The documented reason for this recall is: One lot of Tropicana orange juice, may have small plastic fragments. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: FL, NY, WA, VA, MS, AR, NC, IL. 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.
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Where this recall sits in the database
Of 83,949 recalls in the database, 21,198 are high severity, 58,883 moderate, and 3,868 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Affected scope
3,730 cases of 24 units
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
Tropicana 100% JUICE, orange juice From Concentrate with Other Natural Flavors, 24-10 FL OZ (296 mL) BOTTLES, (TOTAL 240 FL OZ (1.8 GAL) 7L), UPC 48500 75823, Tropicana Manufacturing Company, Inc., Bradenton, Florida 34206 USA
Reason for recall
One lot of Tropicana orange juice, may have small plastic fragments.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Completed |
| Recall number | F-2181-2017 |
| Date reported | May 10, 2017 |
| Date initiated | April 10, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Quaker Oats Co |
| Firm location | Purchase, NY |
| Affected scope | 3,730 cases of 24 units |
| Distribution | FL, NY, WA, VA, MS, AR, NC, IL |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Tropicana 100% JUICE, orange juice From Concentrate with Other Natural Flavors, 24-10 FL OZ (296 mL) BOTTLES, (TOTAL 240 FL OZ (1.8 GAL) 7L), UPC 48500 75823, Tropicana Manufacturing Company, Inc., Bradenton, Florida 34206 USA. Recalled by Quaker Oats Co. Units affected: 3,730 cases of 24 units.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
One lot of Tropicana orange juice, may have small plastic fragments.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on May 10, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-2181-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: FL, NY, WA, VA, MS, AR, NC, IL.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-2181-2017) 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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Data Sources
Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Food, reported May 10, 2017.
- Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
- Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
- Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
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Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA) Aggregated federal recall feeds Recall data normalized across FDA, CPSC and NHTSA feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type).