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Hazella brand Chocolatey Hazelnut Spreads recalled due to undeclared almonds
- Starting date:
- November 29, 2013
- Type of communication:
- Recall
- Alert sub-type:
- Updated Food Recall Warning (Allergen)
- Subcategory:
- Allergen - Other
- Hazard classification:
- Class 1
- Source of recall:
- Canadian Food Inspection Agency
- Recalling firm:
- Magid Brothers Distribution Inc.
- Distribution:
- National
- Extent of the product distribution:
- Retail
- CFIA reference number:
- 8491
- Advisory details
- What you should do
- Who is affected
- Background
- Affected products
- Images
- Related AWRs
- Media enquiries
Advisory details
Ottawa, November 29, 2013 - The food recall warning issued on November 28, 2013 has been updated to include additional product information. This additional information was identified during the Canadian Food Inspection Agency's (CFIA) food safety investigation.
Frères Magid Brothers Distribution is recalling Hazella brand Chocolatey Hazelnut Spreads from the marketplace because they may contain almonds which are not declared on the label. People with an allergy to almonds should not consume the recalled products described below.
The following products have been sold nationally.
What you should do
If you have an allergy to almonds, do not consume the recalled product as it may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction.
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Who is affected
There have been no reported reactions associated with the consumption of these products.
Background
This recall was triggered by CFIA test results. The CFIA is conducting a food safety investigation, which may lead to the recall of other products. If other high-risk products are recalled, the CFIA will notify the public through updated Food Recall Warnings.
The CFIA is verifying that industry is removing recalled products from the marketplace.
Affected products
| Brand name | Common name | Size | Code(s) on product | UPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazella | Chocolatey Hazelnut Spread | 150 g |
13035 Lot Nr. PN C21Y* |
0 63517 01136 5 |
| Hazella | Chocolatey Vanilla Hazelnut Spread Duo* | 150 g |
13035 Lot Nr. PN S29Y* |
0 63517 01133 4* |
Images
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Related AWRs
Media enquiries
CFIA Media Relations
613-773-6600