Gilster-Mary Lee Corporation, Better Valu Fruit Whirls, Naturally Flavored packaged in a 28 oz (1 LB 12 OZ) (794g) plastic bag. (manufactured by Gilster Mary Lee, Joplin, MO)

The Better Valu Fruit Whirls contain undeclared almond butter.

Recall #: F-0722-2013
Affected scope: 102 cases/8/28-oz plastic bags
Initiated: October 18, 2012

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Gilster-Mary Lee Corp. recalled Gilster-Mary Lee Corporation, Better Valu Fruit Whirls, Naturally Flavored packaged in a … - a critical-severity action.

Gilster-Mary Lee Corporation, Better Valu Fruit Whirls, Naturally Flavored packaged in a … was recalled by Gilster-Mary Lee Corp. in November 28, 2012. Reason: The Better Valu Fruit Whirls contain undeclared almond butter.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0722-2013 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Gilster-Mary Lee Corp. issued this critical-severity FDA Food recall-The Better Valu Fruit Whirls contain undeclared almond butter..

Critical
severity level: Class I
classification: November 28, 2012
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0722-2013 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, 6 from FDA Food - 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.

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

Gilster-Mary Lee Corporation, Better Valu Fruit Whirls, Naturally Flavored packaged in a 28 oz (1 LB 12 OZ) (794g) plastic bag. (manufactured by Gilster Mary Lee, Joplin, MO)

Reason for recall

The Better Valu Fruit Whirls contain undeclared almond butter.

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-0722-2013
Date reported	November 28, 2012
Date initiated	October 18, 2012
Recalling firm	Gilster-Mary Lee Corp.
Firm location	Chester, IL
Affected scope	102 cases/8/28-oz plastic bags
Distribution	Distribution was made to two distribution centers one in TX and one in NC. Further distribution to retail stores was made to SC, GA, FL, TN, VA, WV, KY, OH and PA.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Gilster-Mary Lee Corporation, Better Valu Fruit Whirls, Naturally Flavored packaged in a 28 oz (1 LB 12 OZ) (794g) plastic bag. (manufactured by Gilster Mary Lee, Joplin, MO). Recalled by Gilster-Mary Lee Corp.. Units affected: 102 cases/8/28-oz plastic bags.

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The Better Valu Fruit Whirls contain undeclared almond butter.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the FDA Food on November 28, 2012. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-0722-2013.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: Distribution was made to two distribution centers one in TX and one in NC. Further distribution to retail stores was made to SC, GA, FL, TN, VA, WV, KY, OH and PA..

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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