The Recall Desk
Agency classClass IIOur severity:HighFDA (Food)·F-1339-2014·Announced 2014-01-08

Down Unders Cookie Mobile Meal Recalled for Allergen Labeling Error

Cuisine Med. Catering is recalling Down Unders Cookie Mobile Meals because the label incorrectly states 'NO NUTS' while listing coconut in the ingredients.

The agency’s classification

FDA (Food): Class II

Class II is a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.

This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

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: The recall involves allergen mislabeling on a common allergen (coconut), which corresponds to a severity score of 3 (High) according to the rubric, as no illnesses or injuries have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Cuisine Med. Catering is recalling Down Unders Cookie Mobile Meals, approximately 6.75 oz. (189 gram), due to a labeling error. The product is sold under the brand Down Unders.

The recall was initiated because the coconut is declared in the ingredient statement, but the label also lists 'NO NUTS.' This discrepancy creates a potential allergen hazard for consumers who are sensitive to coconut.

A total of 164 pieces were distributed in Washington only. No specific codes are associated with the recalled product. Consumers who purchased this product should check their labels and refrain from consuming it if it matches the description.

The recalled product

Product
Down Unders Cookie Mobile Meal sold under brand Down Unders, approximately 6.75 oz. (189 gram).
Affected units
164

Is your product affected?

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Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

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