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Class II, May Cause HarmF-1463-2014

NatureBox Picante Ranch Mix Spicy Snack Mix with Corn Nuts and Masa Chips; Net. WT: 4 oz. (113 g), Stand up Pouch, Vegan Ingredients: Corn Nuts (corn, canola oil, soybean oil, salt), Sugar, Flax Chips (Yellow corn masa, flax seeds, soybean oil, salt) Snack Seasoning(sour cream, salt, whey, corn syrup, tomato, maltodextrin, garlic powder, onion powder, cheddar cheese ([pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes], whey, buttermilk solids, salt, disodium phosphate), milk, vinegar, soybean oil, citric acid, spice, parsley), corn Syrup, chili Powder, Red Pepper. No UPC on product. Distributed by NatureBox, San Carlos, CA 94070

Recalled by NatureBox, INC. on Jan 16, 2014

Reviewed by FoodRecallWatch Editorial Team · Updated

Recall Summary

NatureBox, INC. recalled NatureBox Picante Ranch Mix in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Jan 16, 2014.

The FDA-published reason for this recall is: "It was discovered that the specification used by the supplier was incorrect and therefore the ingredient statement was incorrect and did not include unbleached wheat flour and bulgur wheat. The packaging does note that the products are packaged in a facility that also processes tree nuts, peanuts, milk, wheat, egg and soy."

Distribution was limited; the FDA record lists "US distribution only." Single-area recalls still warrant a kitchen check for anyone who shops within that footprint. The recalling firm is based in San Carlos, CA. The recall covers 5,371 bags of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Feb 5, 2014), its final lifecycle state, indicating the agency considers the corrective action resolved. The historical record remains useful for tracking a brand's recall pattern over time.

Reason for Recall

It was discovered that the specification used by the supplier was incorrect and therefore the ingredient statement was incorrect and did not include unbleached wheat flour and bulgur wheat. The packaging does note that the products are packaged in a facility that also processes tree nuts, peanuts, milk, wheat, egg and soy.

Product Description

NatureBox Picante Ranch Mix Spicy Snack Mix with Corn Nuts and Masa Chips; Net. WT: 4 oz. (113 g), Stand up Pouch, Vegan Ingredients: Corn Nuts (corn, canola oil, soybean oil, salt), Sugar, Flax Chips (Yellow corn masa, flax seeds, soybean oil, salt) Snack Seasoning(sour cream, salt, whey, corn syrup, tomato, maltodextrin, garlic powder, onion powder, cheddar cheese ([pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes], whey, buttermilk solids, salt, disodium phosphate), milk, vinegar, soybean oil, citric acid, spice, parsley), corn Syrup, chili Powder, Red Pepper. No UPC on product. Distributed by NatureBox, San Carlos, CA 94070

Distribution

US distribution only.

What Should You Do?

  • 1.Check your kitchen for this product immediately.
  • 2.Do not consume the recalled product.
  • 3.Return the product to where you bought it for a full refund, or throw it away.
  • 4.If you have experienced any health issues, contact your healthcare provider.

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