San Gennaro Foods, Inc

Recall #F-0130-2018 · Initiated 2017-10-13

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What happened

San Gennaro Foods recalled a variety pack of pre-cooked organic foods because the date printing ink was applied directly onto the food packaging in a way that could allow the ink to contact the food inside. The ink used is not approved for food contact.

Who is at risk

This recall applies to anyone who purchased this product, as the unapproved ink could potentially affect any consumer.

What to do

Check your home for San Gennaro Frieta's brand Variety Pack Organic products with UPC 0-37842-04159-5. If you have this product, do not eat it—return it to the store where you bought it for a refund or replacement.

Product

Variety Pack Organic, Pre-cooked just heat & serve, 12/16oz packages, UPC# 0-37842-04159-5 Includes 3 retail units each of Frieda's brand: Sun-Dried Tomato & Garlic, Basil & Garlic, Green Chili & Cilantro, Mushroom & Onion

Reason for recall

Date coding ink was being printed directly on the food contact surface of packaging, allowing the ink to be in direct contact with the product. The ink is not approved for food use.

Quantity affected

880 cases

Distribution

CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, MD, ME, MI, NJ, NY, OR, PA, SC, TX, VA, WA, WI and Canada.

Lot / code info

030518, 053118.

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit

Terminated

2018-05-18