The products contain excessive levels of copper
of ConsumerAffairs
CHS Inc. is recalling 50-pound packages of its Kountry Buffet 14% Text and Provider 15% Pellet -- both for Mature Cattle, Horses, Goats and Sheep.
The products contain excessive levels of copper.
No illnesses or deaths have been reported to date.
Consumption of the affected product may cause potential health risks, including death, in sheep. Symptoms of copper toxicity in sheep include lethargy, anemic appearance, excessive teeth grinding, extreme thirst, pale membranes (jaundice) and bloody urine.
The recalled products were manufactured in September 2015, and October 2015, at CHS's Harrisburg, Ore., feed mill and distributed to 42 customers in Oregon and Washington.
Kountry Buffet 14% Text features a salmon-colored label attached to a brown bag. Provider 15% Pellet features a yellow label attached to a brown bag.
Affected Lot numbers for either product can be found at the bottom of the label and are as follows:
| Kountry Buffet 14% Text Lot # | Provider 15% Pellet Lot # |
|---|---|
| 85092415-M702660 | 85101415-M732580 |
| 85100615-M720130 | 85101515-M734810 |
| 85101215-M728050 | |
| 85101515-M734590 | |
| 85102315-M748470 |
Customers who purchased this product and have remaining quantities should immediately discontinue use and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Consumers with questions may contact the company at (800) 398-0327 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. (CDT). Information also is available at http://www.paybacknutrition.com.