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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIIRecall closedF-1328-2012/FDA enforcement
Funfresh Foods INC·Food·May 4, 2012

Funfresh Foods World Berry Organic Cacao Nibs 6 OZ, Packaged in Blue, Brown, Red, White, Black…

What you need to know

Class III

  • What happened

    FunFresh Foods World Berry Cacao Nibs 6 oz snack food contaminated with E. coli.

  • Health risk

    The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. Some E. coli strains produce toxins that can cause severe, sometimes bloody diarrhea.

  • Action required

    Do not eat the product. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. If you have already eaten it, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they are severe or persistent.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAIN, AK, AR, AZ +25 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameFunfresh Foods INC
Recalling firmFunfresh Foods INCOgden, UT, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codesNo lot code listed. Follow the recall notice and check the packaging.
Distribution area
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Product was distributed to health and natural food retail stores located in the following states: AK, AR, AZ, CA, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NH, NJ, NM, OH, OK, OR, SC, SC, TN, TX, WA, WI, and WV.

United States

Quantity affected500 x 6 oz units
Recall initiationFDA report date: August 22, 2012
FDA recall numberF-1328-2012

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Funfresh Foods INC initiated this food recall on May 4, 2012. The FDA enforcement report states: FunFresh Foods World Berry Cacao Nibs 6 oz snack food contaminated with E. coli. The FDA report lists distribution as: Product was distributed to health and natural food retail stores located in the following states: AK, AR, AZ, CA, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NH, NJ, NM, OH, OK, OR, SC, SC, TN, TX, WA, WI, and WV.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: FunFresh Foods World Berry Cacao Nibs 6 oz snack food contaminated with E. coli.

Funfresh Foods World Berry Organic Cacao Nibs 6 OZ, Packaged in Blue, Brown, Red, White, Black… was made or distributed by Funfresh Foods INC in Ogden, UT, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1328-2012, dated August 22, 2012.

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, some E. coli strains produce toxins that can cause severe, sometimes bloody diarrhea.

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

E. coli

Symptoms to watch for

Severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, vomiting and sometimes a low fever. Bloody diarrhea or signs of dehydration need prompt medical attention.

When symptoms may appear

Usually 3 to 4 days after exposure, with a range of roughly 1 to 10 days.

Higher-risk groups

Young children, older adults, pregnant people and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of complications.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer.
  3. 3If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

General guidance based on CDC and FDA consumer information.

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 Funfresh Foods World Berry Organic Cacao Nibs 6 OZ, Packaged in Blue, Brown, Red, White, Black… recall?

Funfresh Foods INC recalled Funfresh Foods World Berry Organic Cacao Nibs 6 OZ, Packaged in Blue, Brown, Red, White, Black… in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-1328-2012. FunFresh Foods World Berry Cacao Nibs 6 oz snack food contaminated with E. coli.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Do not eat the product. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. If you have already eaten it, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they are severe or persistent. Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets. Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer. If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

Is the Funfresh 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-1328-2012. 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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