The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-1239-2023·Announced 2023-07-19

Frozen Deviled Crabs Recalled for Undeclared Milk and Sesame Seeds

SANTOS FROZEN FOODS is recalling Regular Deviled Crabs (4oz) for undeclared milk and sesame allergens. Approximately 520 cases were distributed domestically in affected lots beginning with 23 and ending in 03, 04, or 05.

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: FDA Class I recall designation requires minimum Severe classification. Undeclared food allergens (milk and sesame seeds) on frozen seafood pose a potential health risk to consumers with allergies to these common allergens.

Plain-English summary

SANTOS FROZEN FOODS is recalling approximately 520 cases of Regular Deviled Crabs (4oz) due to undeclared milk and sesame seeds in the product. The product was distributed domestically. Affected lots are identified by lot numbers beginning with 23 and ending with 03, 04, or 05.

Milk and sesame seeds are food allergens that must be declared on product labels. When allergens are not properly declared, consumers with allergies to these substances may consume the product unknowingly, creating a potential health risk.

Consumers who have purchased affected lots should check their packaging. If they have an allergy to milk or sesame, they should not consume the product and should discard it or return it to the place of purchase. Anyone who has already consumed the product and has a known allergy should consult a healthcare provider.

The recalled product

Product
Regular Deviled Crabs, 4oz
Manufacturer
SANTOS FROZEN FOODS
Category
Food — Frozen Seafood
Hazard
  • allergen-milk
  • allergen-sesame
  • mis-labeling

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)

  • Lot Numbers that begin with 23 and end with 03 or 04 or 05.

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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