The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-2184-2014·Announced 2014-07-23

Mt. Olive Jalapeno Slices Recalled for Undeclared Sulfites

Mt. Olive Pickle Company is recalling PepperPAK Jalapeno Slices due to undeclared sulfites. The product was distributed in Florida and New York.

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 typically corresponds to a score of 1 or 2. It is scored as 2 (Moderate) because it involves a labeling error regarding undeclared sulfites, which is a minor labeling issue rather than a cosmetic defect or documentation-only problem.

Plain-English summary

Mt. Olive Pickle Company, Inc. is recalling 840 cases of PepperPAK Jalapeno Slices, 4-3.7fl oz cups. The recall is due to the presence of undeclared sulfites, a non-allergen that was not listed on the product label.

The affected product is identified by Case UPC 0930010016 and Sleeve UPC 0930010015, with code dates 1FI1114A and 1FI1114B. The recall covers 6-4-pack units per case, totaling 14.8 fl oz (438 ml) per unit. Distribution was limited to Florida and New York.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific UPC and code dates listed above. If found, the product should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase. The FDA classifies this recall as Class III, indicating that use of the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.

The recalled product

Product
Mt. Olive, PepperPAK Jalapeno Slices, 4-3.7fl oz cups, Net fl oz 14.8 (438 ml), Mt Olive Pickled Co., Inc., Corner of Cucumber and Vine, P.O. Box 609, Mt. Olive, NC 28365-0609.

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 (2)

  • Case UPC = 0930010016 Jalapeno PepperPak code date 1FI1114A and 1FI1114B
  • Sleeve UPC = 0930010015 Hamburger Dill Chips code date 1FI1114A and 1FI1114B

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

Same manufacturer · Mt. Olive Pickle Company Inc

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