The Recall Desk
Agency classClass IOur severity:SevereFDA (Food)·F-0685-2017·Announced 2016-12-21

Topnotch Foods Bread Crumbs Recalled for Undeclared Allergens

Topnotch Foods is recalling Regular Bread Crumbs in bulk bags because they contain undeclared egg, tree nuts, and milk.

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 classified this recall as Class I — 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. On that classification alone this is scored Severe; a score of Critical is reserved for recalls where a death or serious injury was reported. The agency gives the reason as: "Undeclared allergens; egg, tree nuts (unspecified), and the milk."

Plain-English summary

Topnotch Foods Inc is recalling Regular Bread Crumbs in 2,000 lb., 50 lb., and 10 lb. bulk bags. The recall is due to the presence of undeclared allergens, specifically egg, unspecified tree nuts, and milk.

The affected product was distributed in the United States to California. No foreign distribution is reported. The source text does not specify the total number of units recalled or the specific dates of distribution.

Consumers with allergies to egg, tree nuts, or milk should not consume the product. Individuals should check their inventory for these specific bulk bag sizes and contact the manufacturer or retailer for instructions on disposal or return.

The recalled product

Product
Topnotch Foods Regular Bread Crumbs 2,000 lb. bulk bag, 50 lb. bulk bag, and 10 lb. bulk bag
Manufacturer
Topnotch Foods Inc

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)

  • 11/1/16

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

Same manufacturer · Topnotch Foods Inc

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