The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1926-2014·Announced 2014-05-14

Kroger Private Selection Sweet Strawberry Sorbet Recalled for Undeclared Milk

Kroger is recalling Private Selection Sweet Strawberry Sorbet because it contains undeclared milk, posing a risk to consumers with milk allergies.

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 recall is classified as FDA Class I, which indicates a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, the violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death, specifically due to undeclared milk allergens.

Plain-English summary

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class I recall for Private Selection Sweet Strawberry Sorbet distributed by The Kroger Co. The recall was initiated after the firm was notified of the presence of undeclared milk in the product. This is a serious hazard for individuals with milk allergies or sensitivities.

The affected product is sold in 1.369 cs/8/16 fl oz cartons. The specific product code is SELL BY AUG 11 15 3948. The product was shipped to the following states: Alabama (AL), Arkansas (AR), Georgia (GA), Illinois (IL), Indiana (IN), Kentucky (KY), Michigan (MI), Mississippi (MS), Missouri (MO), Ohio (OH), South Carolina (SC), Tennessee (TN), and West Virginia (WV).

Consumers with milk allergies should avoid consuming this product. Those who have purchased the affected sorbet should check their inventory for the specific sell-by date and code listed above. If the product is found, consumers should discard it or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
PRIVATE SELECTION SWEET STRAWBERRY SORBET, Labeled in part: "INGREDIENTS: WATER, SUGAR***DISTRIBUTED BY, THE KROGER CO., CINCINNATI, OHIO 45232***SELL BY AUG 11 15 3948 00:48 LIA" 0 11110 52108 8
Manufacturer
Kroger Co

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)

  • SELL BY AUG 11 15 3948

Distribution

Distributed in 13 states: