The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1436-2015·Announced 2015-03-25

Tovli Recalls Vegi-Chef Potato Knishes for Undeclared Yellow #5

Tovli, Inc. is recalling Vegi-Chef Potato Knishes because they contain undeclared Yellow #5, a food dye.

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: The recall involves allergen mislabeling (undeclared Yellow #5) on a common allergen/sensitizing agent, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Tovli, Inc. is recalling Vegi-Chef Potato Knishes retail packs (1 lb. 8 oz. / 680g) with UPC 046676-91114-1. The recall was initiated because the product contains undeclared Yellow #5, a food dye that is not listed on the label.

The recall involves 445 cases of the product, which were distributed in New York. The FDA has classified this recall as Class II, indicating that there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, the violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantry for the specific UPC and product name. If found, they should stop consuming the product and contact the manufacturer or retailer for a refund or replacement. Individuals with known allergies to Yellow #5 should be particularly cautious and avoid the product.

The recalled product

Product
Vegi-Chef Potato Knishes retail pack 1 lb. 8 oz. (680g), UPC 046676-91114-1
Manufacturer
Tovli, Inc.
Affected units
445

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state: