- Recall date:
- February 27, 2021
- Reason for recall:
- Allergen – Tree Nut
- Hazard classification:
- Class 2
- Company / Firm:
- Federated Co-operatives Ltd.
- Distribution:
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Northwest Territories, Saskatchewan
- Extent of the distribution:
- Retail
Recall details
Ottawa, February 27, 2021 – Federated Co-operatives Ltd. is recalling Co-op Gold Pure brand Almond Butter – Crunchy Roasted from the marketplace because it may contain cashew which is not declared on the label. People with an allergy to cashew should not consume the recalled product described below.
Recalled products
Brand | Product | Size | UPC | Codes |
---|---|---|---|---|
Co-op Gold Pure | Almond Butter – Crunchy Roasted | 500 g | 0 57316 16814 6 | LOT# 200276 Best Before 30 MAY 2021 |
What you should do
Check to see if you have the recalled product in your home. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the store where they were purchased.
If you have an allergy to cashew, do not consume the recalled product as it may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction.
Background
This recall was triggered by a consumer complaint. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (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 the recalled product from the marketplace.