The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0096-2013·Announced 2012-10-17

Da Vinci Pesto Genovese Recalled for Mislabeling Omitted Pine Nuts

World Finer Foods is recalling Da Vinci Pesto Genovese because pine nuts are listed on the front label but omitted from the ingredient statement.

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 a labeling error regarding an allergen (pine nuts) that was omitted from the ingredient statement, fitting the criteria for moderate severity.

Plain-English summary

World Finer Foods, Inc. is recalling Da Vinci Pesto Genovese with basil and pine nuts, 10 oz. jars, due to a labeling error. The front of the label indicates the product contains pine nuts, but this ingredient was inadvertently omitted from the ingredient statement.

The recalled product is distributed nationwide. The specific product codes and best-by dates involved in the recall are E18911 (07-08-2013), E19311 (07-12-2013), E31311 (11-09-2013), E31411 (11-10-2013), E03212 (02-01-2014), and E03812 (02-07-2014). The total quantity recalled is 1,953 cases, with 24 jars per case.

Consumers with this product should check the label and lot codes. If the product matches the description and codes listed, they should stop using it and contact the distributor for instructions on disposal or return.

The recalled product

Product
Da Vinci Pesto Genovese with basil and pine nuts Net Wt. 10 oz. (283 g) Distributed by World Finer Foods, Inc. Bloomfield, NJ 07003 Product is packaged in a glass jar with lid. www.worldfiner.com Product of Italy UPC: 0 70670-00822 4

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.