Tropical Nut & Fruit Company recalls South of the Border nut mix (25lb box) due to mislabeled allergens. The product contains peanuts, milk, and wheat but was not labeled for soy or tree nuts (almonds).
The firm discovered that the product inside the South of the Border box is a different product with different allergens from what the label stated. Product was distributed in cardboard boxes with labeling that did not declare the presence of soy and tree nuts (almonds).
Tropical Nut & Fruit Company is recalling their South of the Border nut mix (25lb boxes) because the product contains peanuts, milk, and wheat but was not labeled for soy or tree nuts. This mislabeling risks allergic reactions for people with allergies to soy or tree nuts.
The product was distributed with labeling that did not declare the presence of soy and tree nuts (almonds). This means people with allergies to these ingredients could be exposed to allergens without knowing it, potentially causing allergic reactions.
People who own or use the South of the Border nut mix (25lb boxes) are affected. Those with allergies to soy or tree nuts (like almonds) are at higher risk.
Look for the South of the Border nut mix in 25lb boxes with the label 'CONTAINS: PEANUTS, MILK, AND WHEAT'. The product was distributed with a lot code of 29119 and best by date of 04/15/2020.
Look for the label that states 'CONTAINS: PEANUTS, MILK, AND WHEAT' on the 25lb box.
No, the product contains soy and tree nuts (almonds) but was not labeled as such, so people with these allergies could be at risk.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so check the label and contact the manufacturer if you have concerns.
The product was distributed with a lot code of 29119 and best by date of 04/15/2020.
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Subject: Recall F-0338-2020 — Tropical Nut & Fruit Company Tropical Nut & Fruit Company Hello, I own a Tropical Nut & Fruit Company that is covered by recall F-0338-2020 from Tropical Nut & Fruit Company. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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