# Major Recall Alert: CLOVER SONOMA SOUR CREAM NET WT 8OZ UPC 0 70852 61800 5 & 16OZ UPC 0 70852 61500 4 DISTRIBUTED BY: CLOVER-STORNETTA FARMS LLC PETALUMA, CA 94952 Recalled Due to Pasteurization Concerns
Saputo Cheese USA, Inc. has issued an urgent recall for **Clover Sonoma Sour Cream**, available in 8-ounce and 16-ounce containers, due to potential under-pasteurization. The recall follows notification from the California Department of Agriculture, which discovered a broken seal on the pasteurizer at the production facility. Consumption of under-pasteurized dairy products can pose health risks, making this recall crucial for public safety.
## Why This Recall is Important
Under-pasteurized dairy products, such as sour cream, may not meet safety standards designed to remove harmful bacteria and pathogens. Improper pasteurization can leave products susceptible to contamination, which could result in foodborne illnesses like **Listeria**, **Salmonella**, or **E. coli**.
Consumers who have purchased the affected products are urged to take immediate action to avoid potential health complications. With dairy staples such as sour cream being a common household item, it’s vital to stay informed about recalls like this to protect yourself and your loved ones.
## Details of the Recall
Here’s what you need to know about the recalled product:
- **Brand:** Clover Sonoma Sour Cream
- **Manufacturer:** Saputo Cheese USA, Inc.
- **Distributed By:** Clover-Stornetta Farms LLC, Petaluma, CA 94952
- **Affected Products:**
- 8 Oz Sour Cream (Net Wt. 8 OZ)
- **UPC:** 0 70852 61800 5
- 16 Oz Sour Cream (Net Wt. 16 OZ)
- **UPC:** 0 70852 61500 4
- **Reason for Recall:** Potential under-pasteurization due to a broken seal on the pasteurizer, which compromises product safety.
- **Announcement Date:** March 18, 2023
The recall was initiated after testing and an inspection from the California Department of Agriculture highlighted the issue. While there have been no reported illnesses linked to the product as of now, out of an abundance of caution, Saputo Cheese USA, Inc. has removed these items from shelves.
## What You Should Do
If you have purchased **Clover Sonoma Sour Cream** with the affected UPC codes, follow these steps to ensure your safety:
- **Check your sour cream containers:** Focus on the **8-ounce** and **16-ounce packages** with the specific UPC codes listed above.
- **Do not consume:** If you have the recalled product at home, do not eat it, even if it appears or smells normal.
- **Dispose of the product:** Properly discard the sour cream in a sealed bag to prevent potential contamination.
- **Request a refund:** Return the product to the place of purchase to request a refund or exchange.
Saputo Cheese USA, Inc. is contacting customers directly by email, fax, letter, press release, telephone, or visits to ensure public awareness. If you have further concerns about the recall or require information, contact the company’s customer service hotline.
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