Meijer Cashews Recalled for Missing Coconut Allergen Labeling
Meijer Distribution is recalling Meijer Cashews Toasted Coconut because the label lists a 'Contains' statement but omits coconut, a major allergen.
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 (coconut), which corresponds to a severity score of 3 (High) according to the rubric, as no illnesses or injuries are reported in the source text.
Plain-English summary
Meijer Distribution, Inc. is recalling Meijer Cashews Toasted Coconut 8.25 oz plastic pouches. The recall is due to a labeling error where the product label includes a 'Contains' statement but fails to list coconut, which is a major food allergen under the Food Allergy Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA).
The affected product is distributed in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin. The total quantity involved is 8,846.68 lbs. Specific lot codes and expiration dates are provided in the recall notice, including lots expiring on 10/31/2017 and 9/22/2017.
Consumers with a coconut allergy should avoid consuming the product. Those who have purchased the item should check their labels for the specific lot codes and expiration dates listed in the official recall notice. If the product matches the recalled description, consumers should stop using it and contact the manufacturer for instructions on return or disposal.
The recalled product
- Product
- MEIJER CASHEWS TOASTED COCONUT 8.25 OZ plastic pouch
- Manufacturer
- Meijer Distribution, Inc
- Category
- Food — Nuts and Seeds
Distribution
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 2 recalled by Meijer Distribution, Inc under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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