Butter Cookies Recalled at Rite-Aid

has recalled about 85,000 tins of butter cookies sold at its stores.

The cookies, which are distributed under the Rich Fields brand name, were recalled because of the possibility that they could have been contaminated with  Bacillus cereus. This microorganism may cause diarrhea, nausea and/or vomiting, according to a news release, but the possibility of serious adverse health consequences is remote.  

The release said the recall affects only 12 oz. tins that feature either a decorative castle or Christmas designs. The cookies are sold exclusively in Rite-Aid stores.

The recalled products can be identified by the UPC codes 01249596519 and 88411804619 located directly beneath the bar code on the bottom of each tin. No other Rich Fields or Rite-Aid brand products are affected by the recall.

The process was initiated after the company conducted quality testing on the affected product because of an uncharacteristic odor.

Customers should not eat the cookies and can return them to any Rite-Aid store for a full refund.