Meijer Distribution, Inc

Recall #F-0287-2016 · Initiated 2015-10-07

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What happened

Meijer Caramel Corn in 10 oz. bags contains milk, but the label didn't clearly warn about this allergen. The product was distributed in Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Wisconsin.

Who is at risk

People with a milk allergy or dairy sensitivity should be concerned, as they may have purchased this product expecting it to be safe based on the incomplete labeling.

What to do

If you have a milk allergy and bought this product, do not eat it. Check your pantry for Meijer Caramel Corn 10 oz. bags and either discard them or return them to your local Meijer store for a refund.

Product

Meijer Caramel Corn, packed in 10 oz. bags, ( 283 g), 12 bags per case

Reason for recall

Product labeling declared butter as an ingredient, but did not specify that the allergen milk is present in the product.

Quantity affected

66,600 cases

Distribution

Domestic: MI, IN, OH, WI Foreign: None VA/DOD: None

Lot / code info

Code dates: 8/23/2015 8/23/2015 10/10/2015 10/28/2015 11/19/2015 11/21/2015 11/21/2015 11/27/2015 11/27/2015 12/5/2015 11/27/2015 12/5/2015 12/12/2015 12/25/2015 12/30/2015 1/25/2016 2/29/2016 2/29/2016 3/18/2016 3/19/2016 3/28/2016 3/28/2016

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

E-Mail

Terminated

2016-04-29