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FDA Food recall · Reported June 16, 2021

Organic Microwave Butter Popcorn in cartons labeled to be Organic Microwave Popcorn Salted, Net Wt 8.7 OZ, Distributed by TOPCO Associates LLC Elk Grove, IL, UPC 0 36800 40611 7

Butter microwave popcorn bags were packaged in organic salted popcorn consumer boxes and therefore contain undeclared milk

Recall #
F-0659-2021
Affected scope
413 cases
Initiated
May 25, 2021
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Gilster-Mary Lee Corp. recalled Organic Microwave Butter Popcorn in cartons labeled to be Organic Microwave Popcorn Salte… - a critical-severity action.

Organic Microwave Butter Popcorn in cartons labeled to be Organic Microwave Popcorn Salte… was recalled by Gilster-Mary Lee Corp. in June 16, 2021. Reason: Butter microwave popcorn bags were packaged in organic salted popcorn consumer boxes and therefore contain un…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0659-2021 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Gilster-Mary Lee Corp. issued this critical-severity FDA Food recall-Butter microwave popcorn bags were packaged in organic salted popcorn consumer boxes and therefore contain un….

Critical
severity level
Class I
classification
June 16, 2021
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0659-2021 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified high severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

Organic Microwave Butter Popcorn in cartons labeled to be Organic Microwave Popcorn Salted, Net Wt 8.7 OZ, Distributed by TOPCO Associates LLC Elk Grove, IL, UPC 0 36800 40611 7

Reason for recall

Butter microwave popcorn bags were packaged in organic salted popcorn consumer boxes and therefore contain undeclared milk

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Food recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Critical (Class I)
Status Terminated
Recall number F-0659-2021
Date reported June 16, 2021
Date initiated May 25, 2021
Recalling firm Gilster-Mary Lee Corp.
Firm location Chester, IL
Affected scope 413 cases
Distribution Distributed to distribution centers in AZ, CA, CT, MI, MN, NH, NY, PA and UT

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

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  • This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Food record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Organic Microwave Butter Popcorn in cartons labeled to be Organic Microwave Popcorn Salted, Net Wt 8.7 OZ, Distributed by TOPCO Associates LLC Elk Grove, IL, UPC 0 36800 40611 7. Recalled by Gilster-Mary Lee Corp.. Units affected: 413 cases.
Why was this product recalled?
Butter microwave popcorn bags were packaged in organic salted popcorn consumer boxes and therefore contain undeclared milk
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on June 16, 2021. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-0659-2021.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Distributed to distribution centers in AZ, CA, CT, MI, MN, NH, NY, PA and UT.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product?
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.

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