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Agency classClass IIIOur severity:ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0333-2021·Announced 2021-03-17

Sapphire Exchange Recalls Yum Crumbs for Undeclared Red #40

The Sapphire Exchange is recalling Yum Crumbs, Strawberry Shortcake, due to undeclared Red #40. The voluntary recall covers 3,421 bottles distributed domestically.

The agency’s classification

FDA (Food): Class III

Class III is a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.

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 2/5 (Moderate).

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 III, which typically corresponds to a score of 1 or 2. Given the presence of an undeclared allergen (Red #40), which is a labeling error rather than a high-risk pathogen or structural defect, a score of 2 (Moderate) is appropriate as it involves a potential health risk for sensitive individuals but is not likely to cause serious harm to the general population.

Plain-English summary

The Sapphire Exchange is voluntarily recalling Yum Crumbs, Strawberry Shortcake, in 12 oz and 32 oz bottles. The recall was initiated because the product contains undeclared Red #40, a color additive that is not listed on the label. This mislabeling poses a risk to consumers with allergies or sensitivities to this specific ingredient.

A total of 3,421 bottles were distributed domestically in the United States. The recall was initiated on February 19, 2021, and was terminated on August 2, 2021. The FDA classified this recall as Class III, indicating that consumption of the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries for Yum Crumbs, Strawberry Shortcake, in the specified sizes. If found, they should discard the product or return it to the place of purchase. Individuals with known sensitivities to Red #40 should avoid consuming the product.

The recalled product

Product
YUM CRUMBS, STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE, 12 oz and 32 oz
Manufacturer
THE SAPPHIRE EXCHANGE
Category
Food — Baked Goods / Desserts
Hazard
Affected units
3,421

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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