Wegmans Food Markets Inc. of Gates, NY, is recalling Wegmans Italian Classics Striped Ricotta & Spinach Ravioli, 9 oz. (UPC 0-77890-38934), sold between Aug. 2-30, 2016, because the product may contain pieces of white plastic.
Only product labeled with a use-by or freeze-by date of Sept. 30, 2016, is included in the recall. This product, produced by O’Sole Mio in Quebec, Canada, is packaged in a plastic tray and sold in a refrigerated case in the dairy department. Approximately 1,638 units of Wegmans Italian Classics Striped Ricotta & Spinach Ravioli, 9 oz., were sold in 90 Wegmans stores located in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland, and Massachusetts. Wegmans reports that all product with the affected code date is no longer on store shelves. There have been no injuries reported to date associated with this product. The recall was initiated because Wegmans was notified by customers that white plastic pieces were found in the product. Wegmans will place automated phone calls to customers who purchased the product using their Shoppers Club card. Customers who purchased the recalled product from Wegmans should return it to the service desk for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Wegmans Consumer Affairs Department toll free at 855-934-3663, Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. EDT.
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