Horizon Organic Milk Recalled Over Early Spoilage – This Could Be Dangerous!

Horizon Organic Aseptic Plain Whole Milk has been recalled due to potential premature spoilage, affecting consumers in Arizona, California, and Nevada.

At a Glance

  • FDA assigns Class II risk level to Horizon Organic Aseptic Plain Whole Milk recall
  • Recall covers 19,688 cases of 8oz cartons, both individually sold and in 12-packs
  • Products with expiry dates from March 3 to March 7, 2025 are affected
  • Recall initiated due to potential premature spoilage concerns

Horizon Organic Initiates Voluntary Recall

On December 13, Horizon Organic Dairy voluntarily initiated a recall of its Aseptic Plain Whole Milk products. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) subsequently assigned a Class II risk level to the recall on January 17, indicating potential temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, with a remote probability of serious consequences.

The recall affects 19,688 cases of 8oz cartons, both individually sold and in 12-packs, distributed across Arizona, California, and Nevada. Products with expiry dates ranging from March 3 to March 7, 2025, are included in the recall. While the exact cause of the spoilage risk was not specified, potential reasons include packaging defects or improper temperature control during transit.

The FDA’s decision to classify this recall as Class II underscores the potential health risks associated with consuming the affected products. This classification suggests that while adverse health effects are possible, they are likely to be temporary or medically reversible. Consumers who have purchased the recalled milk should exercise caution and consider returning the products to the place of purchase.

This recall is part of a broader pattern of milk safety concerns that have emerged recently. Other notable incidents include the recall of raw milk in California due to bird flu detection, highlighting the importance of pasteurization in ensuring milk safety.

“Bird flu virus levels have been demonstrated to be high in raw milk from infected cows, and sporadic human cases identified in workers in close contact with infected dairy cows and their milk indicate that raw milk is infectious to humans,” California Department of Public Health said.

The California Department of Public Health further warned that “drinking or accidentally inhaling raw milk containing bird flu virus may lead to illness. In addition, touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands after touching raw milk with bird flu virus may also lead to infection.”

In light of these recent recalls and safety concerns, health officials continue to emphasize the critical role of pasteurization in milk production. This process is crucial for eliminating potentially harmful bacteria and ensuring the safety of dairy products for consumption.