FDA Food Critical Class I Terminated

Caramel Apple labeled as Merbs Candies, Double Dipped, St. Louis individually wrapped in plastic

Reported: March 4, 2015 Initiated: December 29, 2014 #F-1351-2015

Product Description

Reason for Recall

CDC epidemiologists have linked an outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes illness to caramel apples.

Details

Recalling Firm: Sugar Daddy LTD
Units Affected: 1,000 retail caramel apples
Distribution: Product was distributed wholesale to area (eastern MO and southern IL) supermarkets and other retailers. The firm also distrbuted apples via its local retail store and via the internet to consumers nationwide.
Location: Saint Louis, MO

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Caramel Apple labeled as Merbs Candies, Double Dipped, St. Louis individually wrapped in plastic. Recalled by Sugar Daddy LTD. Units affected: 1,000 retail caramel apples.

Why was this product recalled? ▼

CDC epidemiologists have linked an outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes illness to caramel apples.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the FDA Food on March 4, 2015. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-1351-2015.