Brownwood Farms Jalapeno Cherry Salsa Recalled for Undeclared Yellow 5
Brownwood Farms is recalling Jalapeno Cherry Salsa because it contains Yellow 5, an ingredient not declared on the label.
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 a minor labeling error (undeclared ingredient) with no reported illnesses or injuries, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.
Plain-English summary
Brownwood Farms is recalling Jalapeno Cherry Salsa in 21oz glass bottles and 1-gallon containers. The recall also includes private label products sold under the names Arbor Day Farm (Cherry Jalapeno Salsa 21oz) and Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard.
The recall is being conducted because the products contain Yellow 5, an ingredient that is not declared on the label. Approximately 28,000 units were distributed nationwide and in Canada. The recall covers all product on the market with any best by date prior to 9/30/2017.
Consumers who have purchased these products should check their labels for the presence of Yellow 5 or contact the manufacturer for more information.
The recalled product
- Product
- Brownwood Farms Jalapeno Cherry Salsa. 21oz glass bottles and 1 gallon. Private labels: Arbor Day Farm (Cherry Jalapeno Salsa 21oz). Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard.
- Manufacturer
- Brownwood Farms
- Category
- Food — Salsa
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 28,000
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)
- All product on market
- any best by date prior to 9/30/2017
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 7 recalled by Brownwood Farms 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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