The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1489-2018·Announced 2018-05-30

Raley's Pistachio Gelato Recalled for Unauthorized Color Additive

Raley's Pistachio Gelato is being recalled because it contains sodium copper chlorophyllins, a color additive not authorized by the FDA for this product type.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class III, which indicates the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. The hazard involves an unauthorized color additive, which fits the criteria for a moderate severity labeling or compliance issue.

Plain-English summary

Raley's Family of Fine Stores is recalling 5,460 units of Raley's Pistachio Gelato, 10.58 oz. plastic tubs. The product was distributed in California and Nevada. The recall affects all lots of the product.

The recall was initiated after the firm was notified by the manufacturer in Italy that the gelato contained sodium copper chlorophyllins (SCC). The FDA has not authorized SCC as a color additive for this specific product type.

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or dispose of it. The product is identified by UPC 46567-02382.

The recalled product

Product
RALEY'S PISTACHIO GELATO; 10.58 oz. plastic tub UPC: 46567-02382 Ingredients: rehydrated skimmed milk, sugar, coconut oil, glucose syrup, pure pistachio paste, whole roasted pistachios, milk proteins, mono and diglycerides of fatty acids (emulsifiers), sodium alginate and
Affected units
5,460

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 lots

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

Same manufacturer · Raley's Family of Fine Stores

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