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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIIRecall closedF-1614-2018/FDA enforcement
Blue Bell Creameries, L.p.·Food·Jun 21, 2018

Blue Bell Ice Cream, Brand Homemade Vanilla Flavored, 3 FL OZ (88 ML), Cups, 24 Per Box, This…

What you need to know

Class III

  • What happened

    Vanilla ice cream not labeled for individual sale was distributed to stores for individual sale. They are therefore missing a nutrition facts panel, an ingredients statement,…

  • Health risk

    The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. An allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

  • Action required

    Do not eat the product if you or someone in your household has a diagnosed allergy. Check the codes below, return it to the retailer for a refund, or dispose of it safely. Seek urgent care for signs of a severe allergic reaction.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAAL, GA, LA, MS +3 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameBlue Bell Creameries, L.p.
Recalling firmBlue Bell Creameries, L.p.Brenham, TX, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • Code Date: 051020584
  • Best By Date: 5/10/2020
Distribution area
ALGALAMSNCOKTX

AL, GA, LA, MS, NC, OK, TX

United States

Quantity affected136 boxes
Recall initiationFDA report date: July 18, 2018
FDA recall numberF-1614-2018

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Blue Bell Creameries, L.p. initiated this food recall on June 21, 2018. The FDA enforcement report states: Vanilla ice cream not labeled for individual sale was distributed to stores for individual sale. They are therefore missing a nutrition facts panel, an ingredients statement, and they do not declare the presence of the major food allergen milk. The FDA report lists distribution as: AL, GA, LA, MS, NC, OK, TX.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Vanilla ice cream not labeled for individual sale was distributed to stores for individual sale. They are therefore missing a nutrition facts panel, an ingredients statement, and they do not declare the presence of the major food allergen milk

Blue Bell Ice Cream, Brand Homemade Vanilla Flavored, 3 FL OZ (88 ML), Cups, 24 Per Box, This… was made or distributed by Blue Bell Creameries, L.p. in Brenham, TX, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1614-2018, dated July 18, 2018.

Why this is a Class III recall

Class III means the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. In this recall, an allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

FDA definition

The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the lot and date codes against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Undeclared milk

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a milk allergy.

When symptoms may appear

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Higher-risk groups

People with a diagnosed cow's milk allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a milk allergy.
  2. 2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis.
  3. 3Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Blue Bell Ice Cream, Brand Homemade Vanilla Flavored, 3 FL OZ (88 ML), Cups, 24 Per Box, This… recall?

Blue Bell Creameries, L.p. recalled Blue Bell Ice Cream, Brand Homemade Vanilla Flavored, 3 FL OZ (88 ML), Cups, 24 Per Box, This… in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-1614-2018. Vanilla ice cream not labeled for individual sale was distributed to stores for individual sale. They are therefore missing a nutrition facts panel, an ingredients statement,…

What should I do if I bought this product?

Do not eat the product if you or someone in your household has a diagnosed allergy. Check the codes below, return it to the retailer for a refund, or dispose of it safely. Seek urgent care for signs of a severe allergic reaction. Do not eat the product if you have a milk allergy. Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

Is the Blue Bell Creameries, L.p. recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-1614-2018. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.