The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0897-2023·Announced 2023-05-31

Backpacker's Pantry Blueberry Peach Crisp recalled for undeclared almond allergen

American Outdoor Products is recalling Backpacker's Pantry Blueberry Peach Crisp pouches because the packaging lacks almond allergen disclosure, though almonds are present in the product.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This recall involves allergen mislabeling on a common allergen (almond) without any reported illnesses or injuries, meeting the criteria for Score 3. The mislabeling poses a legitimate health risk to consumers with almond allergies who rely on package labeling to avoid allergens.

Plain-English summary

American Outdoor Products, Inc. is recalling Backpacker's Pantry Blueberry Peach Crisp freeze-dried food pouches (4.6-ounce size, UPC 048143026143). Approximately 61,101 units were distributed nationwide.

The product contains almonds as an ingredient, but the package label does not include almond in its allergen "Contains" statement. This mislabeling poses a serious health risk to consumers with almond allergies who depend on label information to safely choose products.

Consumers with a diagnosed almond allergy should not consume this product. If you have consumed this product and experience any allergic reaction, seek medical attention immediately. Consumers without almond allergies face no risk from this recall.

The recalled product

Product
Backpacker s Pantry Blueberry Peach Crisp, 4.6-ounce, packaged in a pouch, UPC-048143026143
Manufacturer
American Outdoor Products, Inc.
Category
Food — Camping/Outdoor Food
Hazard
  • allergen-almond

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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