The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-2344-2014·Announced 2014-08-27

Brett Anthony Foods Recalls Sesame Ginger Dressing for Unlabeled Almond Allergen

Brett Anthony Foods is recalling Sesame Ginger Dressing because almonds are not listed in the allergen warning statement despite being an ingredient.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves allergen mislabeling on a common allergen (almonds/tree nuts), which meets the criteria for a High severity score (3) under the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Brett Anthony Foods is recalling Sesame Ginger Dressing sold under the Whole Foods Market brand. The product is packaged in 14-ounce plastic jars and is labeled to be kept refrigerated.

The recall was initiated because the allergen almonds, a tree nut, is not listed in the "Contains" allergen warning statement, although almonds are listed in the list of ingredients. This mislabeling poses a risk to consumers with almond allergies.

Consumers who purchased this product should check their refrigerators for the specific batch numbers and expiration dates listed in the recall notice. If the product is found, consumers should stop using it and follow the instructions provided by the recalling firm or the FDA.

The recalled product

Product
Sesame Ginger Dressing sold under the Whole Foods Market brand in plastic jars, 14 oz. per jar. This product is labeled to keep refrigerated.
Manufacturer
D.A. Stein Culinary Group, LLC dba Brett Anthony Foods
Category
Food — Condiments
Hazard
Affected units
144

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 (8)

  • Batch Numbers and Expiration Dates: 1) Batch 14196
  • Expires 7/26/14
  • 2) Batch 14198
  • Expires 7/28/14
  • 3) Batch 14200
  • Expires 7/30/14
  • 4) Batch 14203
  • Expires 8/2/14

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

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