The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-3247-2015·Announced 2015-10-07

Russet House Recalls Frozen Sweet Potato Fries Due to Undeclared Gluten

Russet House is recalling specific lots of America's Choice frozen sweet potato fries because they contain undeclared gluten. The product was distributed in six northeastern states.

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 is classified as FDA Class II and involves undeclared gluten, a common allergen. Per the rubric, allergen mislabeling on common allergens is assigned a score of 3 (High).

Plain-English summary

Russet House is voluntarily recalling 252 cases of America's Choice Straight Cut Sweet Potatoes Fries, Frozen, 539 g in plastic bags. The recall was initiated on August 27, 2015, and terminated on October 2, 2015. The product is identified by the UPC 7 54807 12025 5, lot code 221529, and expiration date of February 9, 2017.

The reason for the recall is the presence of undeclared gluten. This is a Class II recall, which the FDA defines as a situation where use or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. The product was distributed by ONPOINT Inc. in Montvale, New Jersey, and is a product of Canada.

The affected product was distributed in Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific lot code and expiration date listed above. If they have the product, they should stop using it and contact the distributor or retailer for a refund or replacement.

The recalled product

Product
America's Choice Straight Cut Sweet Potatoes Fries, Frozen 539 g in plastic bag. Distributed by: ONPOINT Inc. Montvale, NJ. Product of Canada UPC: 7 54807 12025 5
Manufacturer
Russet House

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)

  • Lot code: 221529 Exp: 09 feb 2017

Distribution

Distributed in 6 states: