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COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT

Ciolo Foods Issues Allergy Alert for Undeclared Tree Nuts in "Ciolo Nut-Free Basil"

This recall has been completed and FDA has terminated this recall.

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Summary

Company Announcement Date:
FDA Publish Date:
Product Type:
Food & Beverages
Allergens
Reason for Announcement:
Recall Reason Description
Undeclared tree nuts (Pine Nuts and Walnuts)
Company Name:
Ciolo Foods
Brand Name:
Brand Name(s)
Ciolo Foods
Product Description:
Product Description
Nut Free Basil Pesto

Company Announcement

Ciolo Foods of Lafayette, CO has voluntarily recalled it’s 7-ounce containers of “Nut-Free Basil Pesto” because they contain undeclared tree nuts (Pine Nuts and Walnuts). People who have allergies or severe sensitivity to Pine Nuts and/or Walnuts run the risk of serious allergic reaction if they consume this product.

The recalled “Nut-Free Basil Pesto” was distributed to limited stores in Colorado, Utah, and Kansas. The product comes in a 7-ounce square clear plastic container labeled as “Nut-Free Basil Pesto”.

The affected product can be identified by the lot number ink-coded on the side of the container as Lot# BV431291, with a best by of 5/9/18.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

The recall was initiated after discovery that some of this limited run of product was mislabeled. No other lots were affected by this issue.

Consumers who purchased this 7-ounce product should dispose of the basil pesto labeled “Nut-Free Basil Pesto” and return the cleaned container to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Consumers with questions may contact the Bill at 303-521-8216 Monday through Friday from 8 am – 5 pm MST.


Company Contact Information

Consumers:
Bill Cancellieri
303-521-8216

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