Cava Spicy Hummus recalled nationwide for undeclared sesame
Cava Spicy Hummus (8oz, UPC 89832800227) is being recalled because it contains undeclared sesame. The product was distributed nationwide; consumers with sesame allergies may be at risk.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class I
Class I is a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
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 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: FDA Class I classification establishes a minimum score of 4. The hazard is undeclared sesame allergen. No illnesses or injuries are reported in the source text, but FDA Class I recalls are never scored below 4.
Plain-English summary
Cava Foods LLC has issued a voluntary recall of 8,700 units of Cava Spicy Hummus due to the presence of undeclared sesame. The recalled product is packaged in 8-ounce clear plastic containers with UPC 89832800227. The affected lot is Lot# MD023804 with a Best By Date of August 19, 2023. The product was distributed nationwide.
Consumers with sesame allergies or sensitivities could experience an allergic reaction if they consume the recalled hummus. Sesame was not declared on the product label.
Consumers who have purchased the recalled product should not consume it. The firm initiated the recall on July 15, 2023, and the recall was terminated on September 29, 2023.
The recalled product
- Product
- Cava Spicy Hummus UPC 89832800227 Net Wt. 8oz./226.8 g Packaged in clear plastic container. 12 units per case
- Manufacturer
- Cava Foods LLC
- Category
- Food — Prepared Foods
- Affected units
- 8,700
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 (2)
- Lot# MD023804
- with a Best By Date:08/19/2023
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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