The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-1366-2023·Announced 2023-08-16

Energy balls recalled for undeclared sesame allergen

Betty Lou's Paleo Java Nuts About Energy Balls are being recalled due to undeclared sesame in the product. The recall affects packages distributed nationwide.

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: This is an FDA Class I recall, which requires a minimum severity score of 4. The hazard is an undeclared allergen (sesame), which poses serious risk to allergic individuals. No illnesses or injuries have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Betty Lou's Inc is recalling Paleo Java Nuts About Energy Balls with Cacao, Coffee & Pumpkin Seeds because sesame was added to the product but was not declared on the label. The affected product comes in 1.5 oz individual packages and 12-count display boxes.

Sesame is a known allergen that can cause serious allergic reactions in susceptible individuals. Anyone with a sesame allergy or sensitivity should not consume this product. If you have purchased this product and have a sesame allergy, do not eat it.

The recalled product

Product
Betty Lou's Paleo Java Nuts About Energy Balls with Cacao, Coffee & Pumpkin Seeds, shelf-stable, 12-month shelf life, 1.5 oz (42g) package and 12/1.5 oz. packages per display box. Packages are sold individually (UPC 0 1607352146 5) or packaged into 12-ct display box (UPC 0 16073
Manufacturer
Betty Lou's Inc
Category
Food — Snack / Energy Bar
Hazard
  • allergen-sesame

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 (3)

  • BB 08MAY24 hh:mm F5 1283 Best by Day
  • Month
  • 2023.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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