Gotham Greens Classic Pesto 6.5 oz. plastic cup, 12 cups per case. Refrigerated. UPC 85392700334
Recalled by Brett Anthony Foods on Sep 13, 2018
Recall Summary
Brett Anthony Foods recalled Gotham Greens Classic Pesto in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Sep 13, 2018.
The recall cites insanitary manufacturing conditions: "Ingredient declaration does not match principal display panel. Product is classic pesto with basil, parmigiano, and pine nuts. Ingredients listed for vegan pesto without parmigiano (milk). Principal display panel correctly identifies product as classic pesto and lists basil, parmigiano, and pine nuts." Recalls of this type follow FDA findings that a product may have been exposed to contamination during processing or storage.
The product reached multiple states, recorded by the FDA as "The product was sold by Whole Foods Market, is the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska and Wisconsin." A multi-state footprint means the same lot can surface in households far from the producer. The recalling firm is based in Elk Grove Village, IL. The recall covers 88 cases of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Oct 3, 2018), 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
Ingredient declaration does not match principal display panel. Product is classic pesto with basil, parmigiano, and pine nuts. Ingredients listed for vegan pesto without parmigiano (milk). Principal display panel correctly identifies product as classic pesto and lists basil, parmigiano, and pine nuts.
Product Description
Gotham Greens Classic Pesto 6.5 oz. plastic cup, 12 cups per case. Refrigerated. UPC 85392700334
Distribution
The product was sold by Whole Foods Market, is the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska and Wisconsin.
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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