The FDA has issued an allergy alert and notification of a recall by Federico’s Bakery of Duarte, California, for that company’s “Apricot-filled Butter Cookies.” The apricot filling in that product contains sodium-bisulfite that can cause serious or potentially life-threatening reactions in people who are allergic to sulfites.
The recalled cookies were distributed in California and sold in retail stores. Packages with the following item numbers have been recalled:
|
Item No. |
Description |
Size |
| VS 118 | Italian Deluxe Assortment | 13.50 oz |
| VS 119 | Fancy Butter Cookie Assortment | 11.50 oz |
| VS 122 | Butter Cookie Apricot Center | 11.50 oz |
| VS 123 | Assorted Butter Cookies | 11.50 oz |
| V118 | Deluxe Italian Assortment | 32 oz |
| V119 | Fancy Butter Cookies | 32 oz |
To date, no illnesses have been reported in connection with this problem.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the product was distributed in packaging that did not indicate that sodium- bisulfite was an ingredient. An investigation revealed the problem was caused by not properly labeling the sodium-bisulfite in the packages.
Consumers who have purchased the recalled products should return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Anyone with questions may contact the company directly at 1-626-357-3243 extension 13.
