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FDA Food recall · Reported October 2, 2013

Chocolate Dipped Almond Biscotti, in various sizes, wrapped in plastic, with "Enjoy By" dates prior to 091614, manufactured by Semifreddi's Inc, Alameda, CA. Product Size and UPC codes: 0.65 oz., case of 100 units 758843915943 0.89 oz., tub of 22 units 758843916001 1.3 oz., box of 4 units 758843915745 1.3 oz., box of 12 units 758843915967 1.3 oz., case of 50 units 758843915905

Semifreddi's Almond Biscotti and Semifreddi's Chocolate Dipped Almond Biscotti are being recalled due to undeclared allergens, milk and soy; butter did not list milk as a subingr…

Recall #
F-1948-2013
Affected scope
Unknown
Initiated
September 7, 2013
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Semifreddi's Inc. recalled Chocolate Dipped Almond Biscotti, in various sizes, wrapped in plastic, with "Enjoy By" d… - a moderate-severity action.

Chocolate Dipped Almond Biscotti, in various sizes, wrapped in plastic, with "Enjoy By" d… was recalled by Semifreddi's Inc. in October 2, 2013. Reason: Semifreddi's Almond Biscotti and Semifreddi's Chocolate Dipped Almond Biscotti are being recalled due to und…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1948-2013 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Semifreddi's Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-Semifreddi's Almond Biscotti and Semifreddi's Chocolate Dipped Almond Biscotti are being recalled due to und….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
October 2, 2013
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1948-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) 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 its category - 25,457 food recalls on record

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Product description

Chocolate Dipped Almond Biscotti, in various sizes, wrapped in plastic, with "Enjoy By" dates prior to 091614, manufactured by Semifreddi's Inc, Alameda, CA. Product Size and UPC codes: 0.65 oz., case of 100 units 758843915943 0.89 oz., tub of 22 units 758843916001 1.3 oz., box of 4 units 758843915745 1.3 oz., box of 12 units 758843915967 1.3 oz., case of 50 units 758843915905

Reason for recall

Semifreddi's Almond Biscotti and Semifreddi's Chocolate Dipped Almond Biscotti are being recalled due to undeclared allergens, milk and soy; butter did not list milk as a subingredient; lecithin did not list soy as a subingredient.

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-1948-2013
Date reported October 2, 2013
Date initiated September 7, 2013
Recalling firm Semifreddi's Inc.
Firm location Alameda, CA
Affected scope Unknown
Distribution Products were delivered to retail stores/cafes/restaurants throughout California and to AZ, CO, NE, NJ, NY, OR and WA

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Chocolate Dipped Almond Biscotti, in various sizes, wrapped in plastic, with "Enjoy By" dates prior to 091614, manufactured by Semifreddi's Inc, Alameda, CA. Product Size and UPC codes: 0.65 oz., case of 100 units 758843915943 0.89 oz., tub of 22 units 758843916001 1.3 oz., box of 4 units 758843915745 1.3 oz., box of 12 units 758843915967 1.3 oz., case of 50 units 758843915905. Recalled by Semifreddi's Inc.. Units affected: Unknown.
Why was this product recalled?
Semifreddi's Almond Biscotti and Semifreddi's Chocolate Dipped Almond Biscotti are being recalled due to undeclared allergens, milk and soy; butter did not list milk as a subingredient; lecithin did not list soy as a subingredient.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on October 2, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-1948-2013.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Products were delivered to retail stores/cafes/restaurants throughout California and to AZ, CO, NE, NJ, NY, OR and WA.
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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