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Popch recalls Popchips Sour Cream & Onion Potato Popped Chips and 3 more: label issue

October 16, 2019 · Popch Class II

Class IIFDA’s middle class: use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the chance of serious harm is remote.
Reason for the recallSome batches of PopChips may contain gluten levels that exceed the firms specification.

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
Popch
Location
Playa Vista, CA
Reported by FDA
October 16, 2019
Recall started
September 10, 2019
Risk class
Class II
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Bakery and snacks
Reason type
Labeling and quality

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.

  • Popchips Sour Cream & Onion Potato Popped Chips; 5 oz. bag and 8 oz. bag UPC: 0 82666 50070 4 - 5 oz. 0 82666 77700 7 - 8 oz.
    Quantity: 6,691 cases (total)
    Codes: 8 oz. -AUG 0720; 5 oz. AUG 0620 - Popchips and Safeway; AUG 0720; AUG 2820 - Popchips only.
  • Popchips Sea Salt Potato Popped Chips; 5 oz. bag, 0.8 oz. bag UPC: 0 82666 50080 3 - 5 oz. ; UPC: 0 82666 71100 1 - 8 oz.
    Quantity: 6,691 cases (total)
    Codes: AUG 0620 - 5 oz. AUG 0720 8 oz.
  • Popchips Variety Pack of Sea Salt, BBQ and Sour Cream and Onion Potato Popped Chips; 8 oz. bag UPC: 0 82666 94002 9
    Quantity: 6,691 cases (total)
    Codes: 8 oz. -AUG 0620;
  • Popchips Sea Salt & Vinegar Potato Popped Chips; 5 oz. bag; 85 g bag - Canada UPC: 0 82666 50050 6 - 5 oz. UPC: 0 82666 71240 4 - 85 g Safeway brand: 5 oz. bag; UPC: 0 21130 29543 2
    Quantity: 6,691 cases (total)
    Codes: 5 oz. -AUG 0620, AUG 0620; 85 g - AUG 0620, AUG 0720.

Where it was distributed

Il, CA, CP. OR, TX, WA, TX, NV, UT, AZ and Canada and Kuwait.

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?

Popch recalled 4 products, including Popchips Sour Cream & Onion Potato Popped Chips; 5 oz. bag and 8 oz. bag UPC: 0 82666 50070 4 - 5 oz. 0 82666 77700 7 - 8 oz..

Why was it recalled?

Some batches of PopChips may contain gluten levels that exceed the firms specification.

What does Class II mean?

FDA’s middle class: use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the chance of serious harm is remote.

Where was it sold or shipped?

Il, CA, CP. OR, TX, WA, TX, NV, UT, AZ and Canada and Kuwait.

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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Sources

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