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Sweet Serenity Caramel Sea Salt Chocolate Chip Cookies, with caramel flavored chips; NET WT; 2 oz. UPC: 0 31535 59962 2 Manufactured by Biscomerica Corp, Rialto, CA Ingredients: Enriched unbleached flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate {Vitamin B1}, Riboflavin {Vitamin B2} Folic acid), palmsoy margarine (palm oil, soybean oil, water, contains less than 2% salt, vegetable mono & diglycerides, soy lecithin, sodium benzoate (a preservative), citric acid, natural an

Reported: August 1, 2018 Initiated: July 20, 2018 #F-1680-2018 14,716 cs units

Biscomerica, Inc. issued this FDA Food recall on August 1, 2018. Classified as Moderate severity (Class II). Approximately 14,716 cs units are affected. The recall was issued because: Product labeling does not list milk in the contains statement; however milk is listed as in ingredient.. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-1680-2018) was formally reported on August 1, 2018, with the manufacturer initiating the action on July 20, 2018. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Biscomerica, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Rialto, CA. Federal records indicate 14,716 cs units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: Product labeling does not list milk in the contains statement; however milk is listed as in ingredient. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: CT, NJ, GA, FL, TN, TX, IL, OH, MI, MO, CA, CO, MN, NC, TX, NY, VA, OR, AZ, WI, AL, MD, NY, LA.. 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, NHTSA and USDA FSIS 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 8 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.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Moderate

Units Affected

14,716 cs

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product Description

Sweet Serenity Caramel Sea Salt Chocolate Chip Cookies, with caramel flavored chips; NET WT; 2 oz. UPC: 0 31535 59962 2 Manufactured by Biscomerica Corp, Rialto, CA Ingredients: Enriched unbleached flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate {Vitamin B1}, Riboflavin {Vitamin B2} Folic acid), palmsoy margarine (palm oil, soybean oil, water, contains less than 2% salt, vegetable mono & diglycerides, soy lecithin, sodium benzoate (a preservative), citric acid, natural and artificial flavor, Vitamin A, Palmitate added, Beta Carotene (color) Caramel chips (Sugar, vegetable fat (palm kernel and or palm) nonfat dry milk color added, soy lecithin (an emulsifier) natural flavors, paprika oleoresin color, semi-sweet chocolate chips (sugar, unsweetened chocolate, cocoa butter, sol lecithin (an emulsifier) vanilla, brown sugar, sugar, water, sea salt, dried eggs, baking soda, salt , soy lecithin, natural and artificial flavor, ammonium bicarbonate. Allergy information - contains Wheat, egg and soy ingredients. May contain milk and tree nuts.

Reason for Recall

Product labeling does not list milk in the contains statement; however milk is listed as in ingredient.

Details

Recalling Firm
Biscomerica, Inc.
Units Affected
14,716 cs
Distribution
CT, NJ, GA, FL, TN, TX, IL, OH, MI, MO, CA, CO, MN, NC, TX, NY, VA, OR, AZ, WI, AL, MD, NY, LA.
Location
Rialto, CA

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-1680-2018
Date reported August 1, 2018
Date initiated July 20, 2018
Recalling firm Biscomerica, Inc.
Units affected 14,716 cs
Distribution CT, NJ, GA, FL, TN, TX, IL, OH, MI, MO, CA, CO, MN, NC, TX, NY, VA, OR, AZ, WI, AL, MD, NY, LA.

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

Scale of Impact

14,716 cs 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?
Sweet Serenity Caramel Sea Salt Chocolate Chip Cookies, with caramel flavored chips; NET WT; 2 oz. UPC: 0 31535 59962 2 Manufactured by Biscomerica Corp, Rialto, CA Ingredients: Enriched unbleached flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate {Vitamin B1}, Riboflavin {Vitamin B2} Folic acid), palmsoy margarine (palm oil, soybean oil, water, contains less than 2% salt, vegetable mono & diglycerides, soy lecithin, sodium benzoate (a preservative), citric acid, natural and artificial flavor, Vitamin A, Palmitate added, Beta Carotene (color) Caramel chips (Sugar, vegetable fat (palm kernel and or palm) nonfat dry milk color added, soy lecithin (an emulsifier) natural flavors, paprika oleoresin color, semi-sweet chocolate chips (sugar, unsweetened chocolate, cocoa butter, sol lecithin (an emulsifier) vanilla, brown sugar, sugar, water, sea salt, dried eggs, baking soda, salt , soy lecithin, natural and artificial flavor, ammonium bicarbonate. Allergy information - contains Wheat, egg and soy ingredients. May contain milk and tree nuts.. Recalled by Biscomerica, Inc.. Units affected: 14,716 cs.
Why was this product recalled?
Product labeling does not list milk in the contains statement; however milk is listed as in ingredient.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on August 1, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-1680-2018.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: CT, NJ, GA, FL, TN, TX, IL, OH, MI, MO, CA, CO, MN, NC, TX, NY, VA, OR, AZ, WI, AL, MD, NY, LA..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-1680-2018) 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.

Recall Context

Product recalls are issued when a manufacturer, distributor, or federal agency determines that a product poses a safety risk to consumers. This recall is classified as moderate severity, indicating the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. Across PlainRecalls, we track 83,000+ recalls from FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA to help consumers stay informed and act quickly when safety issues arise.

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

  • 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)
  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product 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.

All federal data sources used on this page

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).