FORT WAYNE, Ind. — Several salad dressings and dips sold at Costco and other retailers are being recalled after pieces of plastic were discovered in an ingredient used to make the products, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
The FDA says the recall was issued Nov. 11 and affects products distributed in 27 states, including Indiana.
According to the agency, black plastic material was found in granulated onions used in the production of certain dressings and dips.
WPTA reports the recalled products were distributed to 42 locations nationwide, prompting concerns for consumers who may have purchased the items in bulk.
Recalled products include:
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Italian Salad Dressing, 1 gallon
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Creamy Poblano Avocado Ranch Dressing and Dip, 1 gallon
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Ventura Caesar Dressing
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Pepper Mill Regal Caesar Dressing, 1 gallon
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Pepper Mill Creamy Caesar Dressing, 1 gallon
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Caesar Dressing (Costco Service Deli)
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Caesar Dressing (Costco Food Court)
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Hidden Valley Buttermilk Ranch, 1 gallon
A spokesperson for Hidden Valley Ranch said the product listed in the recall was never distributed to consumers.
“No Hidden Valley Ranch products sold in stores to consumers are included in the voluntary recall,” the company said in a statement. “The product listed was intended solely for food service and was never distributed.”
According to the FDA and as reported by WPTA, the recalled products were shipped to stores in states including Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky, and Wisconsin, along with several other states across the country.
Consumers who purchased any of the recalled products are advised not to use them and can return the items to Costco for a full refund.
The FDA says no injuries have been reported, but customers should discard the products immediately if they believe they may be affected.
