The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1336-2023·Announced 2023-08-09

Currants recalled for undeclared allergens: tree nuts, peanuts, wheat

Houston Pecan Company, Inc. is recalling 5-pound bags of currants because they may contain undeclared tree nuts, peanuts, and wheat due to allergen cross contamination. The recall covers all bags purchased before May 25, 2023 in Texas and through internet sales.

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 is FDA Class II allergen mislabeling involving common allergens (tree nuts, peanuts, wheat) without any reported illnesses or injuries. The hazard is theoretical (potential contamination) rather than confirmed.

Plain-English summary

Houston Pecan Company, Inc. is recalling currants packaged in 5-pound bags due to the potential presence of undeclared tree nuts, peanuts, and wheat resulting from allergen cross contamination.

The recall applies to all 5-pound bags of currants purchased before May 25, 2023, distributed in Texas and through internet sales.

Consumers with allergies to tree nuts, peanuts, or wheat should not consume affected products and should check their purchases against the recall dates to determine if their currants are included.

The recalled product

Product
Currants packaged in 5 pound bags
Manufacturer
Houston Pecan Company, Inc
Category
Food — Dried Fruit
Hazard
  • allergen-tree-nuts
  • allergen-peanuts
  • allergen-wheat

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)

  • all 5 pound bags of product purchased prior to 5/25/23

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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