USA: Heineken recalling certain lots of Carta Blanca, Dos Equis Ambar because of glass fragments risk

Heineken USA is voluntarily recalling certain lots of 12-ounce bottles of Carta Blanca and Dos Equis Ambar because of a defect that may cause small grains or particles of glass to separate from the inside lip of the bottle and fall into the beer, Food Product Design posted on April, 12.

The affected products include Carta Blanca 12-ounce brown bottles in 6-packs and 12-packs (sold in 21 states); Dos Equis Ambar 12-ounce brown bottles in 6-packs and 12-packs (sold in 43 states); “Best of Mexico" 12-pack variety package containing Dos Equis Ambar brown bottle and Indio 12-ounce bottles (sold in Texas); and “Beers of Mexico" 12-pack and 24-pack variety packages containing Dos Equis Ambar brown bottle (sold in 16 states).

The affected bottles were produced by a third-party supplier, and the defect was detected through routine quality inspections. Due to the defect, there is the potential for small grains or particles of glass to separate from the inside lip of the bottle and fall into the liquid. The pieces may vary in size and some may not be easily visible.

Dos Equis Lager green bottles and draught; Dos Equis Ambar draught; Tecate; and Carta Blanca 32-ounce bottles are not impacted nor are any other Heineken USA brands.

13 April, 2012