Williams West & Witt's Products Company

Recall #F-0838-2013 · Initiated 2012-11-28

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What happened

Williams West & Witt's Products Company recalled Primarque Clam Base because the label failed to clearly identify that butter and cream ingredients contain milk. This is a labeling error that could pose a serious health risk to people with milk allergies.

Who is at risk

People with a milk allergy or severe dairy sensitivity need to be aware of this recall, as consuming the product could trigger a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction.

What to do

If you purchased Primarque Clam Base (#822-M, 50-pound size) from stores in Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Massachusetts, New York, or Wisconsin, do not use it if you have a milk allergy. Check your pantry and contact the company or your retailer if you have questions about whether you have an affected product.

Product

#822- M PrimarqueClam Base, Net Weight 50 Pounds (22.68 kg) Packed for Primarque Products, Worcester, MA 01610

Reason for recall

The ingredient label did not identify the source of butter and cream ingredient as milk, an allergen. Consumers with a milk allergy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Quantity affected

850 lbs.

Distribution

USA including IN, IL, KY, MA, NY, WI

Lot / code info

Lot 141208E, 161211D

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

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

Terminated

2013-02-15