Recall record at a glance
| Official record | F-1489-2018 |
|---|---|
| Category | Food Recalls |
| Classification | Class III |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Raley's Family of Fine Stores |
| Report date | May 30, 2018 |
| Recall initiation date | Mar 15, 2018 |
| Quantity | 5,460 units |
| Location | Broderick, CA, United States |
Official product description
RALEY'S PISTACHIO GELATO; 10.58 oz. plastic tub UPC: 46567-02382 Ingredients: rehydrated skimmed milk, sugar, coconut oil, glucose syrup, pure pistachio paste, whole roasted pistachios, milk proteins, mono and diglycerides of fatty acids (emulsifiers), sodium alginate and carob bean gum (thickeners), artificial flavoring, cupric chlorophyllins and turmeric extract (for color). Raley's, West Sacramento, CA
Why the product was recalled
Firm was notified by manufacturer in Italy that Pistachio Gelato contained the color sodium copper chlorophyllins (SCC), which is not authorized by FDA as a color additive for this product type.
Distribution information
CA, NV
How to read the classification
FDA Class III generally covers situations in which use of or exposure to the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences. The classification displayed here is taken from the FDA enforcement record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: E-Mail.
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