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FDA Food recall · Reported March 16, 2016

Tofu Curry Cous Cous Salad packaged in a clear plastic 16 oz box with a white and green label with black lettering.

Undeclared Allergens. The Tofu Curry Cous Cous Box salad label does not declare peanuts, soy, and eggs.

Recall #
F-0738-2016
Affected scope
30 cases, 6 salads per case
Initiated
November 4, 2015
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Brett Anthony Foods recalled Tofu Curry Cous Cous Salad packaged in a clear plastic 16 oz box with a white and green l… — a critical-severity action.

Tofu Curry Cous Cous Salad packaged in a clear plastic 16 oz box with a white and green l… was recalled by Brett Anthony Foods in March 16, 2016. Reason: Undeclared Allergens. The Tofu Curry Cous Cous Box salad label does not declare peanuts, soy, and eggs.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0738-2016 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Brett Anthony Foods issued this critical-severity FDA Food recall — Undeclared Allergens. The Tofu Curry Cous Cous Box salad label does not declare peanuts, soy, and eggs..

Critical
severity level
Class I
classification
March 16, 2016
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0738-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-0738-2016) was formally reported on March 16, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on November 4, 2015. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. Brett Anthony Foods is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Elk Grove Village, IL. Federal records list the affected scope as 30 cases, 6 salads per case.

The documented reason for this recall is: Undeclared Allergens. The Tofu Curry Cous Cous Box salad label does not declare peanuts, soy, and eggs. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Whole Foods Market Midwest Distribution Center 480 West 45th Street Munster, IN 46321. Distribution scope 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.

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Severity

Critical

Affected scope

30 cases, 6 salads per case

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

Tofu Curry Cous Cous Salad packaged in a clear plastic 16 oz box with a white and green label with black lettering.

Reason for recall

Undeclared Allergens. The Tofu Curry Cous Cous Box salad label does not declare peanuts, soy, and eggs.

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-0738-2016
Date reported March 16, 2016
Date initiated November 4, 2015
Recalling firm Brett Anthony Foods
Firm location Elk Grove Village, IL
Affected scope 30 cases, 6 salads per case
Distribution Whole Foods Market Midwest Distribution Center 480 West 45th Street Munster, IN 46321

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Tofu Curry Cous Cous Salad packaged in a clear plastic 16 oz box with a white and green label with black lettering.. Recalled by Brett Anthony Foods. Units affected: 30 cases, 6 salads per case.
Why was this product recalled?
Undeclared Allergens. The Tofu Curry Cous Cous Box salad label does not declare peanuts, soy, and eggs.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on March 16, 2016. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-0738-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Whole Foods Market Midwest Distribution Center 480 West 45th Street Munster, IN 46321.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-0738-2016) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Food, reported March 16, 2016.

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