The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-0784-2017·Announced 2016-12-28

Wakefern Sugar Cookies Recalled for Potential Metal Contamination

Wakefern Food Corp. is recalling 24-count sugar cookies due to the potential presence of metal pieces. The product was distributed in six states.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and involves a physical hazard (metal pieces) that poses a risk of injury, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Wakefern Food Corp. is recalling 24-count sugar cookies (Net Wt. 24oz, UPC 208719004191) because they may contain metal pieces. The recall is classified as Class II by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

The affected product was distributed in Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey. The source text does not specify the number of units recalled or report any illnesses or injuries associated with the product.

Consumers who have purchased these cookies should check their pantries for the specific product identified by the UPC and code information provided in the recall notice. If found, consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions provided by the recalling firm or the FDA for disposal or return.

The recalled product

Product
24CT Sugar Cookies Net Wt. 24oz UPC 208719004191
Manufacturer
Wakefern Food Corp.
Category
Food — Baked Goods
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)

  • 08/30/16

Distribution

Distributed in 6 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 19 recalled by Wakefern Food Corp. under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

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