Key Takeaway
HyVee Chocolate Covered Caramels, packaged in 12-oz. clear plastic clamshell containers (UPC 077232125207), 16 containers/case (UPC 10077232125204). The firm name on the label is HyVee, West Des Moin by Palmer Candy Co was recalled on November 8, 2013. The hazard: Chocolate caramel clusters containing peanuts were mislabeled as chocolate covered caramels, which do not contain peanuts.
HyVee Chocolate Covered Caramels, packaged in 12-oz. clear plastic clamshell containers (UPC 077232125207), 16 containers/case (UPC 10077232125204). The firm name on the label is HyVee, West Des Moin
Description
HyVee Chocolate Covered Caramels, packaged in 12-oz. clear plastic clamshell containers (UPC 077232125207), 16 containers/case (UPC 10077232125204). The firm name on the label is HyVee, West Des Moines, IA.
Hazard / Reason
Chocolate caramel clusters containing peanuts were mislabeled as chocolate covered caramels, which do not contain peanuts.
Class I: Dangerous or defective product that could cause serious health problems or death.
Class I is the most serious recall classification used by the FDA, indicating a reasonable probability of serious health consequences or death.
Products Affected
HyVee Chocolate Covered Caramels, packaged in 12-oz. clear plastic clamshell containers (UPC 077232125207), 16 containers/case (UPC 10077232125204). The firm name on the label is HyVee, West Des Moin
FoodHyVee Chocolate Covered Caramels, packaged in 12-oz. clear plastic clamshell containers (UPC 077232125207), 16 containers/case (UPC 10077232125204). The firm name on the label is HyVee, West Des Moin
FoodCompany Information
Palmer Candy Co
Sioux City, IA, United States
View all 3 recalls by Palmer Candy Co →Distribution
Distribution was made to a distribution center in Iowa.
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