The Recall Desk
Agency classClass IOur severity:CriticalFDA (Food)·F-2089-2016·Announced 2016-09-21

AZ House Granola Recalled for Undeclared Peanuts, Almonds, and Milk

Mount Franklin Foods LLC is recalling AZ House Granola due to undeclared peanuts, almonds, and milk. The product was distributed in Texas, Illinois, and Wisconsin.

The agency’s classification

FDA (Food): Class I

Class I is a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 5/5 (Critical).

Highest-severity recall. The hazard can cause serious injury or death. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which is defined as a serious health hazard. The rubric mandates a score of 5 for FDA Class I recalls.

Plain-English summary

Mount Franklin Foods LLC is recalling 2,071 cases of AZ House Granola, manufactured by Azar Nut Company in El Paso, Texas. The product is packaged in 5-pound plastic bags, with one bag per case. The recall is necessary because the granola contains undeclared peanuts, almonds, and milk, which are major food allergens.

The affected product was distributed in Texas, Illinois, and Wisconsin. The specific lot codes associated with this recall are 16181, 16182, 16189, and 16202. Consumers should check their pantries for these specific codes and product details.

Individuals with allergies to peanuts, almonds, or milk should not consume this product. If you have consumed the recalled granola and have an allergic reaction, seek medical attention immediately. For more information, contact the recalling firm or the FDA.

The recalled product

Product
AZ House Granola MANUFACTURED BY: Azar Nut Company El Paso, TX 79912 packaged in 5 pound plastic bags; 1 case containing one 5 pound bag
Affected units
2,071

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 (4)

  • 16181
  • 16182
  • 16189
  • 16202

Distribution

Distributed in 3 states:

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