The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0084-2018·Announced 2017-11-08

Wegmans Recalls Lemon Tart Filling for Undeclared Ingredients

Wegmans is recalling 65 cases of Perfect Natural Lemon Tart Filling because the product contains undeclared FD&C Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Potassium Sorbate, and High Fructose Corn Syrup.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and involves undeclared ingredients (colorants, preservatives, sweeteners) rather than major allergens or high-risk pathogens, fitting the criteria for minor labeling errors or low-risk contamination.

Plain-English summary

Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. is recalling 65 cases of Fruit Fillings Inc. Perfect Natural Lemon Tart Filling. The product is packaged in 24 lb (10.88 kg) cases containing 12-2 lb tubes. The recall is due to the presence of undeclared ingredients: FD&C Yellow 5, FD&C Yellow 6, Potassium Sorbate, and High Fructose Corn Syrup.

The affected product is identified by lot codes 17258073 and 17258074. The recall covers distribution in New York, Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific lot codes and product description. If the product is found, consumers should stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the recalling firm for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
549815- Fruit Fillings Inc. PERFECT NATURAL LEMON TART FILLING Net Weight 24 lb (10.88 kg) 12-2 lb tubes
Affected units
65

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 (1)

  • lot codes: 17258073 & 17258074

Distribution

Distributed in 5 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 6 recalled by Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 6 products in this recall →