The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-2104-2012·Announced 2012-09-05

Jakes Spice Drop Recalled for Undeclared Food Dyes

Four Brothers Packaging is recalling Jakes Spice Drop packages due to undeclared food dyes found by New York State.

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 II, which typically involves a temporary or medically reversible health risk. The hazard involves undeclared food dyes, which is a labeling error rather than a high-risk pathogen or structural defect, fitting the Moderate severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Four Brothers Packaging Corporation is recalling Jakes Spice Drop and Jake's Jelly Spice Drops in 3oz, 4.5oz, 5oz, 6oz, and 7oz packages. The recall was initiated after the New York State Department of Agriculture sampled the product and identified undeclared colors. The firm was notified of these findings on April 19, 2012.

The FDA conducted follow-up inspections on June 29, 2012, July 26, 2012, and July 27, 2012. These inspections confirmed that the product labels continued to omit declarations for FD & C Red 40, Yellow 6, Blue 1, and Red 3. The product was distributed by Jake's Liberty Packaging in Oak Park, Michigan, with distribution limited to Michigan, though other areas may be affected.

Consumers who purchased these products should check their packaging for the specific sizes listed and the distributor information. The packaging is labeled with a best buy date of one year from the repackaging date. No specific lot numbers or illness reports are provided in the source text.

The recalled product

Product
Jakes Spice Drop, Jake's Jelly Spice Drops 3oz, 4.5oz, 5oz, 6oz and 7oz packages Distributed by Jake's Liberty Packaging Oak Park, MI 48237 248-747-2223
Manufacturer
Four Brothers Packaging Corporation
Category
Food — Candy
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 (1)

  • Packaging is labeled with a best buy date of 1 year from repackaging date.

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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