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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IRecall closedF-0068-2019/FDA enforcement
Cedar's Mediterranean Foods, INC.·Food·Oct 17, 2018

Cedar's Chickpea Salad, Packaged in an 8oz Plastic Container

What you need to know

Class I

  • What happened

    Product may contain undeclared edamame (soy).

  • Health risk

    The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. 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 FDAAZ, CA, CO, CT +26 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameCedar's Mediterranean Foods, INC.
Recalling firmCedar's Mediterranean Foods, INC.Ward Hill, MA, United States
UPC / barcodes
0 44115 33776 7
Lot / date codes
  • Sell By Dates from 9/23/18 - 11/9/18.
Distribution area
AZCACOCTFLIAILINKSKYMAMDMEMIMNMONENHNJNMNVNYOHOKPARITXUTVTWI

AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, TX, UT, VT, and WI.

United States

Quantity affected61, 377 pieces
Recall initiationFDA report date: October 31, 2018
FDA recall numberF-0068-2019

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Cedar's Mediterranean Foods, INC. initiated this food recall on October 17, 2018. The FDA enforcement report states: Product may contain undeclared edamame (soy). The FDA report lists distribution as: AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, TX, UT, VT, and WI.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Product may contain undeclared edamame (soy).

Cedar's Chickpea Salad, Packaged in an 8oz Plastic Container was made or distributed by Cedar's Mediterranean Foods, INC. in Ward Hill, MA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0068-2019, dated October 31, 2018.

Why this is a Class I recall

Class I means the product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. 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 has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death.

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 UPC and lot code 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 soy

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a soy 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 soy allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a soy 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 Cedar's Chickpea Salad, Packaged in an 8oz Plastic Container recall?

Cedar's Mediterranean Foods, INC. recalled Cedar's Chickpea Salad, Packaged in an 8oz Plastic Container in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-0068-2019. Product may contain undeclared edamame (soy).

What are the symptoms of Undeclared soy exposure?

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

How quickly can Undeclared soy symptoms appear?

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

Who is most at risk from Undeclared soy?

People with a diagnosed soy allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

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 soy 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.

How do I get a refund from Cedar's Mediterranean Foods, INC.?

Contact the recalling company or the retailer where you purchased the product, quote the FDA recall number and ask about a refund or replacement. Keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase where possible. The FDA does not issue consumer refunds. Reference FDA recall F-0068-2019 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Cedar's Mediterranean Foods, INC. 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-0068-2019. 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.