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Wednesday, September 25, 2024

NC Firm Recalls Snack Mix After Mispacking Issue Results in Undeclared Allergens

Truly Good Foods, Charlotte, NC, is recalling its 3.25-ounce packages of Grabeez The Big Cheese Snack Mix cups with a Best Before 041625 because they contain undeclared almonds and cashews.  The recall was initiated on September 23, 2024 after a customer noticed an incorrect cup. The firm discovered that the tree nut-containing product was distributed in mislabeled packaging that did not reveal the presence of almonds and cashews. The product inside the cup could be Healthy Trails Mix which contains raisins, sunflower seeds, almonds, pumpkin seeds, and cashews.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/truly-good-foods-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-almonds-and-cashews-grabeez-big-cheese-snack-mix
Truly Good Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Almonds and Cashews in Grabeez The Big Cheese Snack Mix 3.25 oz Cup
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  September 24, 2024
FDA Publish Date:  September 25, 2024
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared Almonds and Cashews
Company Name:  Tropical Nut & Fruit d.b.a. Truly Good Foods
Brand Name:  Grabeez
Product Description:  Trail Mix with peanuts, pretzels, and crackers.
Company Announcement

CHARLOTTE, NC – September 24, 2024 - Truly Good Foods is recalling its 3.25-ounce packages of Grabeez The Big Cheese Snack Mix cups with a Best Before 041625 because they contain undeclared almonds and cashews. People who have allergies or severe sensitivity to almonds and cashews run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The recalled product was distributed to distribution centers in FL, GA, MD and TX and retail locations in: DC, FL, IL, MN, NC, SC, TN, and VA from 8/23/2024 – 09/19/2024.

The product, Gabeez The Big Cheese Snack Mix is packaged in a 3.25-ounce, clear plastic container with a green label, UPC 0 94184 00439 8 and a Best Before date of 04/16/25 stamped on the bottom.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

The recall was initiated on September 23, 2024 after a customer noticed an incorrect cup. The firm discovered that the tree nut-containing product was distributed in mislabeled packaging that did not reveal the presence of almonds and cashews. The product inside the cup could be Healthy Trails Mix which contains raisins, sunflower seeds, almonds, pumpkin seeds, and cashews.

Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the company's production and packaging processes.

Customers who have purchased 3.25-ounce packages of the Grabeez The Big Cheese Snack Mix cups with Best Before 041625 are urged to dispose of the product and can submit for a full refund at www.trulygoodfoods.com/grabeezrecall/External Link Disclaimer. Customers with questions may contact the company at marketing@trulygoodfoods.com or 704-602-0610 Monday-Friday 8:00 am – 6:00 pm EST.

This recall is being made with the knowledge of the Food and Drug Administration.

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