Class IIFDA28 Feb 2014F-1686-2014

Mars Food US recalls UNCLE BEN's(R) READY RICE(R) Original Enriched Long Grain White Rice, 8.8 oz. (250g), UPC (Class II)

Class II — Eating this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; serious harm is unlikely.

Product

UNCLE BEN's(R) READY RICE(R) Original Enriched Long Grain White Rice, 8.8 oz. (250g), UPC 054800 031764

Reason for recall

Voluntary recall was initiated after identifying a number of packages with punctures on the back of the package that led to spoilage (off odors and appearance).

Affected products (1)

Recall #	Product	Lot / code	Status
F-1686-2014	UNCLE BEN's(R) READY RICE(R) Original Enriched Long Grain White Rice, 8.8 oz. (250g), UPC 054800 031764	Best Before Date 12/14 MADE IN CANADA 351GBBFP [1L, 2L, 3L, 1R, 2R, 3R]	Terminated

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