Almond Biscotti, 1 oz. and 0.5 oz. wrapped in plastic, with "Enjoy By dates prior to 091614, manufactured by Semifreddi's Inc, Alameda, CA. Product size and UPC codes 0.5 oz., case of 100 units 758843915936, 1.0 oz., box of 4 units 758843915738 , 1.0 oz., box of 12 units 758843915950, 1.0 oz., case of 50 units 758843915752,
Recalled by Semifreddi's INC. on Sep 7, 2013
Recall Summary
Semifreddi's INC. recalled Almond Biscotti, 1 oz. and 0.5 oz. wrapped in plastic, with "Enjoy By dates prior to 091614, manufactured by Semifreddi's Inc, Alameda, CA. in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Sep 7, 2013.
The FDA listed the reason as an undeclared allergen: "Semifreddi's Almond Biscotti and Semifreddi's Chocolate Dipped Almond Biscotti are being recalled due to undeclared allergens, milk and soy; butter did not list milk as a subingredient; lecithin did not list soy as a subingredient." Allergen mislabeling is the leading cause of U.S. food recalls, because a missing declaration can trigger a reaction in someone who reads the label and believes the product is safe.
The product reached multiple states, recorded by the FDA as "Products were delivered to retail stores/cafes/restaurants throughout California and to AZ, CO, NE, NJ, NY, OR and WA." A multi-state footprint means the same lot can surface in households far from the producer. The recalling firm is based in Alameda, CA. The recall covers Unknown of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Oct 2, 2013), 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
Semifreddi's Almond Biscotti and Semifreddi's Chocolate Dipped Almond Biscotti are being recalled due to undeclared allergens, milk and soy; butter did not list milk as a subingredient; lecithin did not list soy as a subingredient.
Product Description
Almond Biscotti, 1 oz. and 0.5 oz. wrapped in plastic, with "Enjoy By dates prior to 091614, manufactured by Semifreddi's Inc, Alameda, CA. Product size and UPC codes 0.5 oz., case of 100 units 758843915936, 1.0 oz., box of 4 units 758843915738 , 1.0 oz., box of 12 units 758843915950, 1.0 oz., case of 50 units 758843915752,
Distribution
Products were delivered to retail stores/cafes/restaurants throughout California and to AZ, CO, NE, NJ, NY, OR and WA
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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