The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0983-2013·Announced 2013-02-13

Imperial Nuts and Snacks Chocolate and Peanut Platter Recalled for Undeclared Dyes

Star Snacks Co., LLC is recalling Imperial Nuts and Snacks Chocolate and Peanut Platter because it contains undeclared FD&C colors.

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

Plain-English summary

Star Snacks Co., LLC is recalling 2,260 cases of Imperial Nuts and Snacks brand Chocolate and Peanut Platter. The product is a 26-ounce platter packed in Jersey City, New Jersey. The recall is due to the presence of undeclared Food and Drug Administration (FDA) certified colors: Blue #1, Red #40, Yellow #5, and Yellow #6.

The affected lots are 20I272 and 19I276. The product was distributed in Pennsylvania, Ohio, North Carolina, Georgia, Illinois, New Jersey, and New York. The recall is classified as Class II by the FDA, indicating a situation where there is a remote probability that adverse health consequences would be serious or permanent.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check the lot numbers and UPC (5351946762) on the packaging. If the product matches the recalled description, consumers 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
Imperial Nuts and Snacks Chocolate and Peanut Platter. Packed By: Star Snacks CO., LLC, Jersey City, NJ 07305. Net Wt. 26 oz (737 g) UPC 5351946762.

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)

  • Lots 20I272 and 19I276.

Distribution

Distributed in 7 states:

Same manufacturer · Star Snacks Co., Llc.

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