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Gilster-Mary Lee recalls Food Lion Creamy Chocolate Frosting: allergen risk

November 20, 2019 · Gilster-Mary Lee 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 recallCream cheese frosting was put in a container labeled as Creamy Chocolate Frosting. The chocolate frosting label fails to declare the presence of the major food allergen Milk.

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
Gilster-Mary Lee
Location
Chester, IL
Reported by FDA
November 20, 2019
Recall started
October 16, 2019
Risk class
Class II
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Candy and chocolate
Reason type
Undeclared allergensLabeling 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.

  • Food Lion Creamy Chocolate Frosting, Net Wt 16 OZ, Distributed by Food Lion, LLC, Salisbury, NC, foodlion.com, packaged in 12 cans per case.
    Quantity: 66 cases
    Codes: BEST BY AUG 06 2020 WCC

Where it was distributed

Shipped to one customer in North Carolina

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?

Gilster-Mary Lee recalled 1 product, including Food Lion Creamy Chocolate Frosting, Net Wt 16 OZ, Distributed by Food Lion, LLC, Salisbury, NC, foodlion.com, packaged in 12 cans per case..

Why was it recalled?

Cream cheese frosting was put in a container labeled as Creamy Chocolate Frosting. The chocolate frosting label fails to declare the presence of the major food allergen Milk.

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?

Shipped to one customer in North Carolina

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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