Food Enforcement F-1970-2012

The recall was initiated because Authentic Gourmet was alerted by FDA sample analysis that the Strawberry Cake and the Raspberry Cake has non-permitted color additive and allergen, cochineal red A (also known as ponceau 4R).

Status

Terminated

Classification

Class II

Report Date

August 29, 2012

Recall Initiation

July 13, 2012

Product Information

Product description
Raspberry Filled Cake, 21.9 oz (1lb 6oz) (620g), UPC 3 760147 195881
Product quantity
2560 units total
Product type
Food
Reason for recall
The recall was initiated because Authentic Gourmet was alerted by FDA sample analysis that the Strawberry Cake and the Raspberry Cake has non-permitted color additive and allergen, cochineal red A (also known as ponceau 4R).
Initial firm notification
Letter
Distribution pattern
CA

Location & Firm

Recalling firm
Authentic Gourmet
Address
555 Ne 15th St Ste 200, N/A

United States
Voluntary / Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated

Codes & Dates

Recall number
F-1970-2012
Event ID
62697
Recall initiation date
July 13, 2012
Center classification date
August 21, 2012
Code info
Lot # FR110801BB
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