The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1339-2023·Announced 2023-08-09

Black Mission Figs Recalled for Undeclared Tree Nuts, Peanuts, Wheat

Houston Pecan Company is recalling Black Mission Figs in 5-pound bags distributed in Texas and via internet due to undeclared tree nuts, peanuts, and wheat from allergen cross-contamination.

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 undeclared common allergens (tree nuts, peanuts, wheat) on a Class II food product. Since no hospitalization reports are documented in the source, the score is High per the allergen-mislabeling criterion.

Plain-English summary

Houston Pecan Company, Inc. is recalling Black Mission Figs packaged in 5-pound bags that were distributed in Texas and through internet sales. The recall affects all 5-pound bags purchased before May 25, 2023.

The figs may contain undeclared tree nuts, peanuts, and wheat due to allergen cross-contamination. This poses a risk to consumers with allergies to these allergens.

Consumers who purchased this product should check their labels. Those with tree nut, peanut, or wheat allergies should not consume it. They should dispose of the product or return it to the point of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
Black Mission Figs Potassium Sorbate packaged in 5 pound bags
Manufacturer
Houston Pecan Company, Inc
Category
Food — Dried Fruits
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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