The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1705-2024·Announced 2024-08-21

Fox's u-bet Vanilla Syrup Recalled for Potential Microbiological Contamination

SUBCO Foods is recalling Fox's u-bet Vanilla Flavored Syrup due to bloated bottles and elevated pH and water activity levels that indicate potential microbiological contamination and food-borne illness risk.

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: FDA Class III recall with no reported illnesses or injuries. The hazard is a theoretical risk of microbiological activity indicated by elevated pH and water activity, not a confirmed pathogen. Class III recalls are typically scored 1 or 2.

Plain-English summary

SUBCO Foods Inc. is recalling Fox's u-bet Vanilla Flavored Syrup, 20 oz, UPC 070216241016, sold in cases of 12 units. The recall affects Lot #24128, totaling 256 cases distributed to Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, and New York.

The company received customer complaints of bloated bottles. Testing and examination revealed that the product did not meet specifications, including elevated pH and water activity levels. These conditions are indicative of microbiological activity, presenting a potential risk of food-borne illness.

No illnesses or injuries have been reported to date. Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Return the product to the point of sale for a refund or replacement.

The recalled product

Product
Fox's u-bet Vanilla Flavored Syrup, 20oz, UPC 070216241016, 12 retail units per wholesale case
Manufacturer
SUBCO FOODS INC
Hazard
  • microbiological-contamination
  • food-borne-illness-risk

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)

  • Lot #24128

Distribution

Distributed in 5 states:

  • CT
  • DE
  • MD
  • NJ
  • NY