Purely American, Inc.

Recall #F-1507-2013 · Initiated 2013-03-12

Plain-language summary

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What happened

Purely American, Inc. is recalling specific batches of Pasta Salad Mix sold under the brand names PICNIC AT CAPE MAY and PICNIC AT FAIRMOUNT PARK because the product labels are missing a required warning that the mix contains wheat.

Who is at risk

People with wheat allergies or celiac disease need to be aware of this recall, as the product does contain wheat even though the label doesn't say so.

What to do

If you have a wheat allergy or celiac disease and purchased either of these products, do not eat them. Check your pantry for the UPC codes listed (792290001439 or 792290001385) and contact Purely American at (800) 359-7873 or visit www.purelyamerican.com for a refund.

Product

Pasta Salad Mix, "10 oz cello bag, Contents: All natural enriched semolina flour, spray dried tomato, spinach and beet powders, water, parsley, celery seed, garlic, paprika, and spices***PURELY AMERICAN 5991 Industrial Park Road, Athens, OH 45701 (800) 359-7873 www.purelyamerican.com" Sold under the brand names: PICNIC AT CAPE MAY UPC 7 92290 00143 9 and PICNIC AT FAIRMOUNT PARK UPC 7 92290 00138 5.

Reason for recall

The firm was notified by the Ohio Department of Agriculture that several of their labels are missing the the allergin declaration contains wheat.

Quantity affected

91/10 oz cello bags

Distribution

Product was shipped to the following states: CT, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, MD, ME, MI, MO, NC, NE, NJ, NY, OH, PA, SD, VA & WV.

Lot / code info

ITEM # CA104, ITEM #146, ITEM #143, ITEM #145 and ITEM #138

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Letter