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Food recall · FDA · Published March 1, 2019

Snow's Acquisition, LLC recalls Snow's PREMIUM ICE CREAM Mint Chip Mint Ice Cream with Dark Chocolate Chunks 1.5 QUART (1.42L) KEEP FROZEN, UPCE: 0

Snow's Premium Mint Chip Mint Ice: 1.5 quart ice cream with undeclared Yellow 5. Recall covers specific lot codes. Consumers should check labels for affected products.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #F-1230-2019FoodSnow's ›
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Recalling firmSnow's Acquisition, LLC80 School St, N/A · Greenfield, MA 01301-2410
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What happened, in plain English

Snow's Premium Mint Chip Mint Ice Cream with Dark Chocolate Chunks is being recalled because it contains undeclared Yellow 5. This chemical is not listed on the label and could pose health risks for people with allergies. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/17679-snow-s-mint-chip-mint-ice-cream-with-dark-chocolate.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/17679-snow-s-mint-chip-mint-ice-cream-with-dark-chocolate · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-1230-2019

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“Snow's Mint Chip Mint Ice Cream with Dark Chocolate Chunks Recall: Undeclared Yellow 5.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/17679-snow-s-mint-chip-mint-ice-cream-with-dark-chocolate. Based on FDA recall #F-1230-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-1230-2019%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

The ice cream contains Yellow 5, a food dye not declared on the label. This can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, particularly those with known allergies to this dye.

Who’s affected

People who purchased this specific ice cream product from the listed lot codes are affected. Those with allergies to Yellow 5 are at higher risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the product name 'Snow's PREMIUM ICE CREAM Mint Chip Mint Ice Cream with Dark Chocolate Chunks 1.5 QUART (1.42L)'. Look for lot codes 081920 or 072020 on the label.

  • Brand
    Snow's
  • Category
    Food
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Check Product Label

    Look for lot codes 081920 or 072020 on the ice cream container.

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Questions people ask

Is this ice cream safe to eat?

No, the ice cream contains undeclared Yellow 5 which can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

How can I tell if I have the recalled product?

Check for lot codes 081920 or 072020 on the label of the 1.5 quart ice cream.

What should I do if I have the recalled product?

Check the product label for lot codes 081920 or 072020. If you have these lot codes, contact Snow's for further instructions.

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We’ve drafted a message you can send Snow's to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall F-1230-2019 — Snow's Snow's

Hello,

I own a Snow's that is covered by recall F-1230-2019 from Snow's.

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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  • Official source: FDA Recall #F-1230-2019 (March 1, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-1230-2019 to see it in context.
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the FDA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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