Sunday, January 1, 2023

Oat-based Yogurt Alternative Recalled for Almond Allergen Due to Mislabeling Issue

Culture Fresh Foods is issuing a recall for True Goodness by Meijer Oat-Based Plain Yogurt Alternative 24 Oz due to an undeclared - almonds.  The recall was initiated after discovering that tubs labeled as Oat-Based, actually contain Almond-Based product, which is not listed on the product label.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/meijer-announces-allergy-alert-undeclared-almonds-true-goodness-oat-based-plain-yogurt-alternative
Meijer Announces Allergy Alert on Undeclared Almonds in True Goodness Oat-Based Plain Yogurt Alternative
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  December 16, 2022
FDA Publish Date:  December 22, 2022
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared Tree Nuts
Company Name:  Meijer
Brand Name:  True Goodness
Product Description:  Plain Yogurt Alternative

Company Announcement

Summary of Recall: Culture Fresh Foods is issuing a recall for True Goodness by Meijer Oat-Based Plain Yogurt Alternative 24 Oz due to an undeclared - almonds. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almonds run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. The recall was initiated after discovering that tubs labeled as Oat-Based, actually contain Almond-Based product, which is not listed on the product label.

Product Description: The affected products are those with identifying attributes seen below.
Hazard: Undeclared allergen - Almonds.
Manufacturer: Culture Fresh Foods, Inc.
UPC Carried by Meijer:
UPC UPC Description Lot Code
7-13733-03918-5 TRUE GOODNESS OAT MILK YOGURT PLAIN 24 OZ 2002

What You Should Do: Consumers who have purchased this product should discontinue use immediately and return the product to the nearest Meijer store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact Information: Consumers with questions regarding this recall should contact Culture Fresh Foods, Inc. at 203-632-8433.

Consumers with questions or concerns about their health should contact their Physician.

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