Publix announces recall of Publix Baby Bella Sliced Mushrooms because they may contain pieces of glass

Nevin Barich

LAKELAND, Florida , April 24, 2014 (press release) – Out of an abundance of caution, Publix Super Markets is issuing a voluntary recall for Publix Baby Bella Sliced Mushrooms that may contain pieces of glass. The Publix Baby Bella Sliced Mushrooms were distributed to all Publix retail locations in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama, Tennessee and North Carolina. The product is sold in the produce department in an 8oz package:

UPC 4141502286
Lot Code: PHG 096

Publix was made aware of this product hazard after receiving one customer complaint. No injuries have been reported.

"As part of our commitment to food safety, potentially impacted product has been removed from all store shelves,” said Maria Brous, Publix media and community relations director. "To date, there have been no reported cases of injury. Consumers who have purchased the product in question may return the product to their local store for a full refund. Publix customers with additional questions may call our Customer Care Department at 1-800-242-1227 or by visiting our website at www.publix.com."

Publix is privately owned and operated by its 167,000 employees, with 2013 sales of $28.9 billion. Currently Publix has 1,077 stores in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina and North Carolina. The company has been named one of FORTUNE’s “100 Best Companies to Work For in America” for 17 consecutive years. In addition, Publix’s dedication to superior quality and customer service is recognized as tops in the grocery business, most recently by an American Customer Satisfaction Index survey. For more information, visit the company’s website, corporate.publix.com.

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