The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0639-2016·Announced 2016-03-16

Strawberry Wafers Recalled for Undeclared Food Dyes

Dollar Only Wholesale is recalling Strawberry Wafers because they may contain undeclared FD&C Red #3 and Yellow #6.

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 food dyes, which fits the rubric for minor labeling errors or low-risk contamination without reported illnesses.

Plain-English summary

Dollar Only Wholesale is recalling 8pk Strawberry Waffy Wafers because the product may contain undeclared FD&C Red #3 and Yellow #6. The recall involves 12,547 cases of the product, which is identified by UPC 876274000806 and best-by dates of 8/14/16 (code 20142nj) and 10/27/16 (code 20145nj).

The affected product was distributed in Minnesota, Michigan, and Pennsylvania. The recall is classified as Class II by the FDA.

Consumers with this product should stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the recalling firm for instructions.

The recalled product

Product
8pk Strawberry Waffy Wafers, Global Brands item UPC 876274000806 BB 8/14/16 20142nj, BB 10/27/16 20145nj
Manufacturer
Dollar Only Wholesale
Category
Food — Baked Goods
Hazard
Affected units
12,547

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 (2)

  • 20142nj BB 8/4/16
  • 20145nj BB10/27/16

Distribution

Distributed in 3 states:

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