Recall record at a glance
| Official record | F-2113-2016 |
|---|---|
| Category | Food Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Hostess Brands, LLC |
| Report date | Sep 21, 2016 |
| Recall initiation date | Jun 3, 2016 |
| Quantity | 591,609 units |
| Location | Kansas City, MO, United States |
Official product description
Hostess Chocodile Twinkies, chocolate covered sponge cake with creamy filling, packaged in 9-ct multi-packs of individual cakes, net wt. 13.02 oz (396 g), UPC 888109110499; and 6-ct. single serving fun size snack packs, individual pack net wt. 2.89 oz (82 g), UPC 888109010492. The responsible firm name on the label is Hostess Brands LLC, Kansas City, MO 64141.
Why the product was recalled
Product is manufactured with flour known to contain peanut allergen and is not labeled to contain peanuts.
Distribution information
Nationwide distribution. No foreign or military/government distribution.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit.
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