Peekay International Recalls Dry Dates for Undeclared Sulfites
Peekay International is recalling specific brands of dry dates because they contain undeclared sulfites. Consumers should check their pantry for the affected products.
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 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which mandates a minimum severity score of 4 according to the rubric.
Plain-English summary
Peekay International, Inc. is recalling 55 pounds of dry dates packaged in clear plastic pouches. The affected products are Keshav Dry Yellow Dates (7 oz. and 14 oz.) and Swan Dry Yellow Dates (7 oz. and 14 oz.). The recall is due to the presence of undeclared sulfites in the product.
The recalled items have a Best Before date of 2-12-22. The products were distributed in Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts, Maryland, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.
Consumers who have purchased these products should check their pantries for the specific brands and sizes listed above. If found, consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm for instructions on disposal or return.
The recalled product
- Product
- Dry dates packaged under the following brands: Keshav Dry Yellow Dates, 7oz., UPC: 643864233124 and 14oz., UPC: 643864233131; and Swan Dry Yellow Dates, 7 oz., UPC: 643864136623 and 14oz., UPC: 643864136630. Product is in a clear plastic pouch (or explain the packaging).
- Manufacturer
- Peekay International, Inc.
- Category
- Food — Dried Fruit
- Hazard
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)
- Best Before: 2-12-22
Distribution
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