Italian Sesame Cookies Recalled for Undeclared Allergen and Food Dyes
Gina Marie Bakery LLC is recalling Italian Sesame Cookies due to undeclared sesame allergen and food dyes (Yellow 5, Red 40, Yellow 6). The recall affects 172 cases distributed in Connecticut.
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: This FDA Class II recall involves undeclared sesame allergen mislabeling on a common allergen, meeting the rubric criterion for Score 3. No illnesses or injuries are reported, keeping the score at the maximum for theoretical allergen hazards.
Plain-English summary
Gina Marie Bakery LLC is recalling Italian Sesame Cookies (UPC: 757808003169) due to the presence of undeclared sesame allergen and food dyes including Yellow 5, Red 40, and Yellow 6. The recall was initiated by the State of Connecticut on September 10, 2025.
Sesame is a major food allergen, and the undeclared dyes are not listed on the product label. Consumers with sesame allergies or sensitivities to these food dyes who consume this product may experience adverse reactions.
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Return it to the place of purchase for a refund or discard it. If you have consumed this product and have concerns, consult your healthcare provider.
The manufacturer notified customers of the recall on September 11, 2025. The recall encompasses 172 cases containing 20 containers each that were distributed in Connecticut.
The recalled product
- Product
- Italian Sesame Cookies
- Manufacturer
- Gina Marie Bakery LLC
- Category
- Food — Cookies / Baked Goods
- Hazard
- allergen-sesame
- mis-labeling
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)
- UPC: 757808003169
Distribution
Distributed in 1 state:
- CT
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