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FDA Food recall · Reported June 26, 2019

Ben & Jerry s Coconut Seven Layer Bar Bulk . The product is sold in a tub containing 2.4 gallons .

Unilever is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of Ben & Jerry s Coconut Seven Layer Bar bulk and Ben & Jerry s Chunky Monkey pints, because product contains undeclared tree …

Recall #
F-1475-2019
Units affected
18,638 (total)
Initiated
April 15, 2019
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The recall

Unilever issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall — Unilever is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of Ben & Jerry s Coconut Seven Layer Bar bulk and Ben & ….

Moderate
severity level
18,638 (total)
units affected
Class II
classification
June 26, 2019
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1475-2019 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-1475-2019) was formally reported on June 26, 2019, with the manufacturer initiating the action on April 15, 2019. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Unilever is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Englewood Cliffs, NJ. Federal records indicate 18,638 (total) units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: Unilever is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of Ben & Jerry s Coconut Seven Layer Bar bulk and Ben & Jerry s Chunky Monkey pints, because product contains undeclared tree nuts, brazil nuts, hazelnuts and almonds… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Thru out the United States.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC and NHTSA going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by FDA Food. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 7 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.

Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 83,949 recalls in the database, 21,198 are high severity, 58,883 moderate, and 3,868 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Severity

Moderate

Units Affected

18,638 (total)

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product Description

Ben & Jerry s Coconut Seven Layer Bar Bulk . The product is sold in a tub containing 2.4 gallons .

Reason for Recall

Unilever is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of Ben & Jerry s Coconut Seven Layer Bar bulk and Ben & Jerry s Chunky Monkey pints, because product contains undeclared tree nuts, brazil nuts, hazelnuts and almonds that are not declared in the ingredient list or allergy information list. The affected Ben & Jerry s Coconut Seven Layer Bar bulk product is sold in a tub containing 2.4 gallons with a Consumer UPC of 076840104246 and best by date of SEP1520BJ4. The affected Ben & Jerry s Chunky Monkey pint is sold in a pint tub (473 mL) with a Consumer UPC of 076840100354 and best by dates of AUG2820BH2, AUG2920BH2, or AUG3020BH2.

Details

Recalling Firm
Unilever
Units Affected
18,638 (total)
Distribution
Thru out the United States.
Location
Englewood Cliffs, NJ

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-1475-2019
Date reported June 26, 2019
Date initiated April 15, 2019
Recalling firm Unilever
Units affected 18,638 (total)
Distribution Thru out the United States.

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

Scale of Impact

18,638 (total) units affected — limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units)
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
Large-scale (100K – 1M units)
Massive (≥1M units)

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Ben & Jerry s Coconut Seven Layer Bar Bulk . The product is sold in a tub containing 2.4 gallons .. Recalled by Unilever. Units affected: 18,638 (total).
Why was this product recalled?
Unilever is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of Ben & Jerry s Coconut Seven Layer Bar bulk and Ben & Jerry s Chunky Monkey pints, because product contains undeclared tree nuts, brazil nuts, hazelnuts and almonds that are not declared in the ingredient list or allergy information list. The affected Ben & Jerry s Coconut Seven Layer Bar bulk product is sold in a tub containing 2.4 gallons with a Consumer UPC of 076840104246 and best by date of SEP1520BJ4. The affected Ben & Jerry s Chunky Monkey pint is sold in a pint tub (473 mL) with a Consumer UPC of 076840100354 and best by dates of AUG2820BH2, AUG2920BH2, or AUG3020BH2.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on June 26, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-1475-2019.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Thru out the United States..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-1475-2019) 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 June 26, 2019.

  • 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.

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA) Aggregated federal recall feeds Recall data normalized across FDA, CPSC and NHTSA feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type).