The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-3365-2017·Announced 2017-08-23

Kettle Brand Potato Chips Recalled for Incorrect Carbohydrate Labeling

Kettle Foods is recalling Kettle Brand Krinkle Cut Potato Chips Spicy Queso because the carbohydrate content on the label is incorrect.

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, and the hazard is a minor labeling error regarding carbohydrate content, which fits the criteria for a moderate severity score.

Plain-English summary

Kettle Foods, Inc. is recalling Kettle Brand Krinkle Cut Potato Chips Spicy Queso, 8.5 oz. The recall involves 6,148 cases of the product, identified by UPC 84114 90042 and code dates of 21 OCT 17, 28 OCT 17, 04 NOV 17, and 18 NOV 17.

The recall was initiated because the carbohydrates on the nutritional facts panel are stated as 3g/serving, whereas the correct value is 15g/serving. This is a labeling error regarding the nutritional information provided to consumers.

The product was distributed in Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Virginia, and Washington. Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantry for the specific UPC and code dates listed above. If found, they should discard the product or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
Kettle Brand Krinkle Cut Potato Chips Spicy Queso, 8.5 oz., Distributed by: Kettle Foods, Inc., Salem, OR 97301, UPC: 84114 90042
Manufacturer
Kettle Foods, Inc.
Affected units
6,148

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 (4)

  • Code Dates - 21 OCT 17
  • 28 OCT 17
  • 04 NOV 17
  • 18 NOV 17

Distribution

Distributed in 11 states: