Curry's Bakery Inc. – FDA Warning Letter, Jun 12, 2012

On June 6-12, 2012, the FDA inspected Curry's Bakery Inc. in Garden City, Idaho, and found serious violations of Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) regulations (21 CFR Part 110), rendering their food products adulterated under Section 402(a)(4) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

Key violations included: 1. **Pest Control (21 CFR 110.35(c)):** Numerous live and dead insects were found in processing equipment (Dough Divider, Table, Bun Rounder), and in flour and egg bread base packaging. The company's response of cleaning and discarding product was deemed inadequate as it did not address future pest prevention. 2. **Equipment Maintenance and Cleaning (21 CFR 110.80(b)(1)):** Accumulated dried dough/flour residue was observed on food contact surfaces of multiple equipment items (Sheeters, Table, Dough Divider, Bun Rounder, mixers, utensils, can opener). Utensils identified as clean were stored in a bucket with food debris. The company's response cited employee education and a cleaning policy, but no documentation was provided. 3. **Protection from Contamination (21 CFR 110.80(b)(13)):** An employee touched her face then resumed processing bagels without handwashing. A bucket