Milk products recalled due to possible presence of glass

Some milk projects sold under the Natrel, Farmers and Québon brands are being recalled due to a possible presence of pieces of glass.

The recall, issued by Agropur, Canada’s largest dairy co-operative, affects several two-litre cartons of milk distributed nationally, according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).

The affected products include:

Natrel 1% lactose-free chocolate partly skimmed milk (2 L), sold nationally UPC 0 67997 20400 2 and best before: MR 26 HH:MM 1 3702; AL 01 HH:MM 1 3702; AL 02 HH:MM 1 3702; AL 15 HH:MM 1 3702

And the Farmers brand sold in Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island and the Quebon sold in Québon:
Farmers 1% chocolate partly skimmed milk (2 L),
Farmers 1% partly skimmed milk (2 L),
Farmers 2% partly skimmed milk (2 L),
Farmers 3.25% homogenized milk (2 L),
Québon 2% chocolate partly skimmed milk (2 L), sold in Quebec

Do not consume, use, sell, serve or distribute recalled products,” the food recall warned, adding that items should be thrown out or returned to the place of purchase. ”

The recall was triggered by the company. In a statement released Wednesday, Agropur said it notified the CFIA and will co-operate going forward.

The CFIA says it is conducting a food safety investigation, which may lead to the recall of additional products.

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