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Bolthouse Farms Voluntarily Recalls Carrot Juice as Precaution
September 29, 2006
FDA ALERT: Bolthouse Farms Recalls Product--After two incidences of
temperature abused 100% Carrot Juice, Wm. Bolthouse Farms of Bakersfield, CA is
voluntarily recalling the product, according to the a press release by the Food and Drug
Administration.
The recall is a precautionary measure: carrot juice,
if left unrefrigerated, can cause the life-threatening illness
botulism.
The proper refrigeration temperature for carrot juice is 45
degrees Fahrenheit or below.
To date, four people have become ill after
drinking bottles of the juice, which were likely not refrigerated properly. The
incidents were reported in Florida and Georgia.
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FDA Release: Bolthouse Farms Issues Recall for 100% Carrot JuiceFDA Press Release: Bolthouse Farms Issues Recall for 100% Carrot Juice
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