Class II
NOW Foods
Recall #F-3573-2017 · Initiated 2017-09-05
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
NOW Foods is recalling Organic Coconut Sugar (16oz bags) because it contains gluten, even though the label says it's gluten-free. The company discovered this labeling error and is removing the product from shelves.
Who is at risk
People with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity need to be concerned, as consuming this product could cause health problems.
What to do
If you purchased this product, stop using it and return it to the store where you bought it for a refund. Check your kitchen for any affected bags—they come in 16oz foil pouches and were sold nationwide.
Product
Organic Coconut Sugar, 16oz bag, 12 bags/case, packed in a foil bag
Reason for recall
Undeclared gluten found in the product and the product is labeled "Gluten Free".
Quantity affected
12,401 Bags
Distribution
Domestic: Nationwide, excluding Puerto Rico Foreign: Singapore, York VA/DOD: No VA/DOD
Lot / code info
Item 6915, Dates of manufacture: 12/09/16-06/26/2017 Organic Coconut Sugar, 16oz, Lot Numbers: " 2094827/ Batch Number 615631, Best By 07/2018; " 2117185/ Batch Number 623230, Best By 08/2018; " 2140621 / Batch 632476, Best By 10/2018; " 3007263 /Batch 639551, Best By 12/2018
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Letter
Terminated
2018-07-11
Recalling firm
NOW Foods
395 Glen Ellyn Rd
Bloomingdale, IL 60108-2176
United States
Recall classification
Remote probability of serious adverse health consequences, or temporary reversible consequences.
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