The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1472-2014·Announced 2014-02-12

Marina's German Bakery Recalls Assorted Pastries Due to Undeclared Tree Nuts

Marina's German Bakery is recalling assorted pastries because they may contain undeclared hazelnuts, walnuts, or almonds, posing a risk of allergic reactions.

What this means for you

Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The source text explicitly states that the undeclared tree nuts can cause life-threatening allergic reactions, and the agency classification is FDA Class I, which mandates a score of 5.

Plain-English summary

Marina's German Bakery is recalling its Assorted Pastries (2 pieces, Minimum Wt. 6 oz. 170 g, UPC# 010801003018) because the products may contain undeclared hazelnuts, walnuts, or almonds. The recall covers products with "Sell By" dates prior to 11/23/2013.

The recalled pastries were distributed to commissaries at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas, and Holloman Air Force Base in Alamogordo, New Mexico. The presence of these undeclared tree nuts can cause life-threatening allergic reactions for some individuals.

Consumers who purchased these products should check their "Sell By" dates and discard any items with dates prior to 11/23/2013. Individuals with tree nut allergies should avoid consuming the product.

The recalled product

Product
Marina's German Bakery; Assorted Pastries; 2 pieces, Minimum Wt. 6 oz. 170 g; UPC# 010801003018; 2033 Trawood Dr., El Paso, Texas 79935
Manufacturer
Marina's German Bakery
Category
Food — Bakery Products
Hazard

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)

  • All "Sell By" dates
  • prior to 11/23/2013

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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