Trader Joe's Recalls Crunchy Slaw Salad Due To Plastic Pieces In Dressing

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14 March, 2022

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Consumer Reports has no relationship with advertisers on this site. By Lisa L. Gill/Consumer Reports Trader Joe's said Thursday it was recalling 12-ounce packages of Crunchy Slaw with Chicken, Crispy Noodles & Peanut Dressing after it was notified by the makers of the salad dressing that it could contain hard plastic. The recall affects products at Trader Joe's in Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah. No injuries have been reported. The Department of Agriculture also issued a public health alert. Recalled products were produced on 3/03/22, 3/04/22, 3/05/22, and 3/06/22, and bear the establishment number "P-6247" inside the USDA mark of inspection. Products are also marked with an SKU# 94988 and "use by" dates of 03/09/22 through 03/12/22. More on food safety Don't Use Certain Similac, Alimentum, and EleCare Powdered Infant Formulas, the FDA Says FDA's Handling of Infant Formula Recall Should Be Investigated, Lawmaker Says Should You Wash Raw Chicken? Your Herbs and Spices Might Contain Arsenic, Cadmium, and Lead "Plastic, along with metal and rubber, can get into food during the manufacturing process," says James E. Rogers, PhD, director of food safety at Consumer Reports. "That's because the ingredients and products can be moved around during production on belts and machinery, and sometimes pieces can break off and get in the food." You can return the recalled item to Trader Joe's for a full refund, the company said in a statement, or just throw it away. Contact Trader Joe's customer relations with questions at 626-599-3817, Monday through Friday between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. PST. You can also send a message through its website. Lisa L. Gill As a dorky kid, I spent many a Saturday at the Bloomington, Ind., public library, scouring Consumer Reports back issues for great deals. Now, as a (much) bigger kid, that's still my job! Identifying products and services, especially in healthcare, that are safe, effective, and affordable—and highlighting those that aren't—is my top concern. Got a tip? Follow me on Twitter ( @Lisa_L_Gill) Consumer Reports is an independent, nonprofit testing and advocacy organization. Since 1936, we have provided unbiased, evidence-based information and advocated to protect the rights and safety of consumers. Sign up for a free CR newsletter to get expert insights delivered to your inbox.