What's the Problem?
This FSIS Recall affects the following products:
- 54-oz. carton packages containing 12 "Nestle HOT POCKETS BRAND SANDWICHES: PREMIUM PEPPERONI MADE WITH PORK, CHICKEN & BEEF PIZZA GARLIC BUTTER CRUST" with a "BEST BEFORE FEB 2022" date and lot codes 0318544624. 0319544614, 0320544614, and 0321544614.
Nestle issued this recall after at least 4 complaints were filed by consumers who found glass or plastic in Pepperoni Hot Pockets, including 1 who suffered from oral injuries.
The recalled Hot Pockets were produced from Nov. 13-Nov. 16, 2020, FSIS said. The product has a shelf life of 14 months.
"The quality, safety and integrity of Nestle USA and Hot Pockets products remain our number one priority," the company said on its website. "We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this action represents to both our consumers and retail customers."
If you purchased any Hot Pockets that are affected by this recall, you should not eat them, and either throw them away or return them to the point of purchase for a full refund.
Anyone concerned about a potential adverse reaction to eating recalled Hot Pockets should contact their healthcare provider immediately.
This recall began on January 16, 2021.
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