The Recall Desk
Agency classClass IOur severity:CriticalFDA (Food)·F-0055-2020·Announced 2019-10-30

Ample Hills Peppermint Pattie Ice Cream Recalled for Undeclared Peanut

Ample Hills Manufacturing is recalling Peppermint Pattie ice cream because it may contain undeclared peanut allergen.

The agency’s classification

FDA (Food): Class I

Class I is a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 5/5 (Critical).

Highest-severity recall. The hazard can cause serious injury or death. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which indicates a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to the violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. The rubric mandates a score of 5 for FDA Class I recalls.

Plain-English summary

Ample Hills Manufacturing is recalling Ample Hills Peppermint Pattie ice cream packed in 3-gallon tubs and half-pint (8oz) cartons. The recall was initiated because the product may contain undeclared peanut allergen. The product is labeled as containing eggs, milk, and soy, but the potential presence of peanut was not declared on the packaging.

The recall affects 1,800 half-pint cartons and 240 3-gallon tubs. These products were distributed in New York, New Jersey, California, and Florida. The 3-gallon tubs have a date of 06/18/19 and lot number RH19169. The half-pint cartons have lot number 19169 and a best-by date of 06/18/20.

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the manufacturer for further instructions. Individuals with a peanut allergy should exercise particular caution and avoid consuming the product.

The recalled product

Product
Ample Hills Peppermint Pattie ice cream packed in 3 gallon tubs and half pint (8oz) cartons . Allergens: Contains: eggs, milk, soy

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (3)

  • 3-Gallon Tub: DATE: 06/18/19
  • LOT #: RH19169 Half Pint: LOT#19169
  • BEST BY 06/18/20

Distribution

Distributed in 4 states:

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