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FDA Food recall · Reported March 15, 2017

Trader Joes Imported English Authentic Lemon Curd, 10.5oz (300g), 24 jars/case

Trader Joe's Co. is recalling the Lemon Curd because it contains undeclared milk in the sub-ingredient of butter.

Recall #
F-1584-2017
Affected scope
409,512 units
Initiated
February 24, 2017
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Trader Joes Company recalled Trader Joes Imported English Authentic Lemon Curd, 10.5oz (300g), 24 jars/case — a moderate-severity action.

Trader Joes Imported English Authentic Lemon Curd, 10.5oz (300g), 24 jars/case was recalled by Trader Joes Company in March 15, 2017. Reason: Trader Joe's Co. is recalling the Lemon Curd because it contains undeclared milk in the sub-ingredient of but…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1584-2017 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Trader Joes Company issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall — Trader Joe's Co. is recalling the Lemon Curd because it contains undeclared milk in the sub-ingredient of but….

Moderate
severity level
410K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
March 15, 2017
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1584-2017 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-1584-2017) was formally reported on March 15, 2017, with the manufacturer initiating the action on February 24, 2017. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Trader Joes Company is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Monrovia, CA. Federal records list the affected scope as 409,512 units, a scale large enough to require multi-state distribution tracking.

The documented reason for this recall is: Trader Joe's Co. is recalling the Lemon Curd because it contains undeclared milk in the sub-ingredient of butter. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US: CA, OR, AZ, WA, NV, NM, CO, UT, ID, TX, MA, NH, CT, VT, NY, NJ, KY, PA, DE, VA, MD, DC, TN, MI, OH, IN, IL, MO, MN, WI, NE, KS, IA, GA, AL, NC, SC, LA, FL.. 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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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

409,512 units

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

Trader Joes Imported English Authentic Lemon Curd, 10.5oz (300g), 24 jars/case

Reason for recall

Trader Joe's Co. is recalling the Lemon Curd because it contains undeclared milk in the sub-ingredient of butter.

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-1584-2017
Date reported March 15, 2017
Date initiated February 24, 2017
Recalling firm Trader Joes Company
Firm location Monrovia, CA
Affected scope 409,512 units
Distribution US: CA, OR, AZ, WA, NV, NM, CO, UT, ID, TX, MA, NH, CT, VT, NY, NJ, KY, PA, DE, VA, MD, DC, TN, MI, OH, IN, IL, MO, MN, WI, NE, KS, IA, GA, AL, NC, SC, LA, FL.

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

Scale of Impact

409,512 units units affected — multi-state distribution scale.

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

What to do with this recall

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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?
Trader Joes Imported English Authentic Lemon Curd, 10.5oz (300g), 24 jars/case. Recalled by Trader Joes Company. Units affected: 409,512 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Trader Joe's Co. is recalling the Lemon Curd because it contains undeclared milk in the sub-ingredient of butter.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on March 15, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-1584-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US: CA, OR, AZ, WA, NV, NM, CO, UT, ID, TX, MA, NH, CT, VT, NY, NJ, KY, PA, DE, VA, MD, DC, TN, MI, OH, IN, IL, MO, MN, WI, NE, KS, IA, GA, AL, NC, SC, LA, FL..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-1584-2017) 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 15, 2017.

  • 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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