Williams West & Witt's Products Company

Recall #F-0839-2013 · Initiated 2012-11-28

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What happened

Cook's Delight Shrimp Base seasoning mix was recalled because the label didn't clearly state that it contains milk (from butter and cream ingredients). This is a problem for people with milk allergies who rely on ingredient labels to stay safe.

Who is at risk

People with milk allergies need to be aware of this recall, as consuming this product could cause a serious allergic reaction.

What to do

If you have a milk allergy and purchased this 50-pound bulk product, do not use it and throw it away. Check your kitchen for Cook's Delight Shrimp Base #428N made by Integrative Flavors, especially if purchased in Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Massachusetts, New York, or Wisconsin.

Product

#428N Cook's Delight Shrimp Base, Net Weight 50 Pounds (22.68 kg) Packed by Integrative Flavors, Michigan City, Indiana

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

9550 lbs.

Distribution

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

Lot / code info

Lot 151205B, C, D, E; 151207A, B, C, D, E; 21108A, B, C, D, E; 1091210C, D, E, F, G

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

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

Terminated

2013-02-15