Recall Radar

Hercules Candy recalls Cashew Brittle Bits in clear: allergen risk

May 8, 2019 · Hercules Candy Class I

Class IFDA’s highest-risk class: a reasonable probability that using or being exposed to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
Reason for the recallProduct may contain undeclared peanuts

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
Hercules Candy
Location
East Syracuse, NY
Reported by FDA
May 8, 2019
Recall started
April 5, 2019
Risk class
Class I
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Nuts, seeds and dried fruit
Reason type
Undeclared allergens

Is my product affected?

Compare your product’s name, size and lot or date codes with the list below. A recall usually covers only specific codes.

  • Cashew Brittle Bits in clear 4oz bag with a Best By date of 07/14/19 and barcode number of 00369
    Quantity: 15 - 4 oz bags
    Codes: Best By date of 07/14/19

Where it was distributed

9 bags were sold in the NY retail store and 6 bags were sold online to customers in NE, MN, MA, OK, and IL

What to do

If you have this product, check the codes above. FDA recall notices often tell consumers to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information, and if you are unsure, do not eat it. If someone becomes ill after eating a recalled food, contact a healthcare professional. See FDA’s recalls and safety alerts for company announcements.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Hercules Candy recalled 1 product, including Cashew Brittle Bits in clear 4oz bag with a Best By date of 07/14/19 and barcode number of 00369.

Why was it recalled?

Product may contain undeclared peanuts

What does Class I mean?

FDA’s highest-risk class: a reasonable probability that using or being exposed to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

Where was it sold or shipped?

9 bags were sold in the NY retail store and 6 bags were sold online to customers in NE, MN, MA, OK, and IL

What should I do if I have this product?

Compare the product name, size and lot or date codes with the details on this page. FDA recall notices often tell you to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information. If you are unsure, do not eat it.

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