Broken metal leads to H-E-B recall of ice creams and sherbets

Specific flavors and container sizes of EconoMax and Hill Country Fare ice creams and Creamy Creations sherbets recalled for broken metal in processing equipment.

H-E-B is voluntarily issuing an all-store recall for certain flavors and container sizes of EconoMax and Hill Country Fare ice creams and Creamy Creations sherbets for broken metal in processing equipment found during routine maintenance.

The affected products were distributed to stores in Texas and Mexico. To date, there have been no injuries reported due to this incident.

All products related to this recall have been removed from store shelves. H-E-B is working to have the products back on shelves as soon as possible.

The FDA has a full list of recalled products and related Best By dates and UPCs on its website.

Customers who purchased the product can return it to the store for a full refund. Customers with any questions or concerns may contact H-E-B Customer Service at (855) 432-4438 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Central Standard Time.

Crystal Lindell worked primarily at daily newspapers before joining BNP Media in 2010. While here she has worked on Candy Industry Magazine, Food Engineering Magazine and Food Safety Strategies. She holds a master’s degree in public affairs reporting from the University of Illinois – Springfield and a bachelor’s degree in political science from Western Illinois University. And her favorite breakfast is a cup of espresso and Twix bar.

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