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ModerateClass IITerminated

FDA Food recall · Reported February 6, 2013

Betty Croker, Super Moist Cake Mix, Golden Vanilla, NET WT 15.25 oz (432 g), UPC 0 16000 40993 4, Dist by General Mills Sales, Inc., Minneapolis, MN 55440. Case UPC code 1600040993000

General Mills is recalling a limited quantity of Betty Crocker SuperMoist Golden Vanilla cake because of a labeling issue. Some product was packaged incorrectly, and contains und…

Recall #
F-0936-2013
Affected scope
6223 cases (12 consumer packages / case)
Initiated
December 10, 2012
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General Mills, Inc recalled Betty Croker, Super Moist Cake Mix, Golden Vanilla, NET WT 15.25 oz (432 g), UPC 0 16000 … — a moderate-severity action.

Betty Croker, Super Moist Cake Mix, Golden Vanilla, NET WT 15.25 oz (432 g), UPC 0 16000 … was recalled by General Mills, Inc in February 6, 2013. Reason: General Mills is recalling a limited quantity of Betty Crocker SuperMoist Golden Vanilla cake because of a la…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0936-2013 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

General Mills, Inc issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall — General Mills is recalling a limited quantity of Betty Crocker SuperMoist Golden Vanilla cake because of a la….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
February 6, 2013
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0936-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-0936-2013) was formally reported on February 6, 2013, with the manufacturer initiating the action on December 10, 2012. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. General Mills, Inc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Minneapolis, MN. Federal records list the affected scope as 6223 cases (12 consumer packages / case).

The documented reason for this recall is: General Mills is recalling a limited quantity of Betty Crocker SuperMoist Golden Vanilla cake because of a labeling issue. Some product was packaged incorrectly, and contains undeclared FDandC color ingredient not list… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: AZ, CA, HI, ID, MT, OR, UT, WA GUAM, AMERICAN SAMOA, MEXICO, SINGAPORE, PAPUA NW GUINEA.. 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.

Food recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category — 25,414 food recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 100,165 recalls in the database, 23,668 are high severity, 72,097 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

6223 cases (12 consumer packages / case)

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

Betty Croker, Super Moist Cake Mix, Golden Vanilla, NET WT 15.25 oz (432 g), UPC 0 16000 40993 4, Dist by General Mills Sales, Inc., Minneapolis, MN 55440. Case UPC code 1600040993000

Reason for recall

General Mills is recalling a limited quantity of Betty Crocker SuperMoist Golden Vanilla cake because of a labeling issue. Some product was packaged incorrectly, and contains undeclared FDandC color ingredient not listed on the box's ingredient label. The undeclared colors are: Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Red 40 and Blue 1.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Food recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number F-0936-2013
Date reported February 6, 2013
Date initiated December 10, 2012
Recalling firm General Mills, Inc
Firm location Minneapolis, MN
Affected scope 6223 cases (12 consumer packages / case)
Distribution AZ, CA, HI, ID, MT, OR, UT, WA GUAM, AMERICAN SAMOA, MEXICO, SINGAPORE, PAPUA NW GUINEA.

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.

  • Check the recall number (F-0936-2013) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. 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?
Betty Croker, Super Moist Cake Mix, Golden Vanilla, NET WT 15.25 oz (432 g), UPC 0 16000 40993 4, Dist by General Mills Sales, Inc., Minneapolis, MN 55440. Case UPC code 1600040993000. Recalled by General Mills, Inc. Units affected: 6223 cases (12 consumer packages / case).
Why was this product recalled?
General Mills is recalling a limited quantity of Betty Crocker SuperMoist Golden Vanilla cake because of a labeling issue. Some product was packaged incorrectly, and contains undeclared FDandC color ingredient not listed on the box's ingredient label. The undeclared colors are: Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Red 40 and Blue 1.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on February 6, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-0936-2013.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: AZ, CA, HI, ID, MT, OR, UT, WA GUAM, AMERICAN SAMOA, MEXICO, SINGAPORE, PAPUA NW GUINEA..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-0936-2013) 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 February 6, 2013.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

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