RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-0920-2013/FDA enforcement
Haig's Delicacies·Food·Dec 21, 2012

Falafel with Tahini Sauce

What you need to know

Class II
  • What happened

    State of CA inspection found four products do not declare allergy statements which reflect the use of milk, wheat and eggs.

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. 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 FDACA, WA, MDMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameHaig's Delicacies
Recalling firmHaig's DelicaciesHayward, CA, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
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Distribution area
CAWAMD

CA, WA and MD

United States

Quantity affected471 retail, 3723 5 lb balls.
Recall initiationFDA report date: January 30, 2013
FDA recall numberF-0920-2013

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Haig's Delicacies initiated this food recall on December 21, 2012. The FDA enforcement report states: State of CA inspection found four products do not declare allergy statements which reflect the use of milk, wheat and eggs. The FDA report lists distribution as: CA, WA and MD.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: State of CA inspection found four products do not declare allergy statements which reflect the use of milk, wheat and eggs.

Falafel with Tahini Sauce was made or distributed by Haig's Delicacies in Hayward, CA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0920-2013, dated January 30, 2013.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. 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 may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

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 wheat or gluten

Symptoms to watch for

Wheat allergy can cause hives, nausea, cramps, breathing difficulty or anaphylaxis. For celiac disease, even small amounts of gluten can cause intestinal damage.

When symptoms may appear

Allergic reactions can begin within minutes to hours. Celiac-related intestinal effects may be delayed.

Higher-risk groups

People with wheat allergy, celiac disease, non-celiac gluten sensitivity or a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a wheat allergy or must avoid gluten.
  2. 2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty or other signs of a severe allergic reaction.
  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 Falafel with Tahini Sauce recall?

Haig's Delicacies recalled Falafel with Tahini Sauce in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0920-2013. State of CA inspection found four products do not declare allergy statements which reflect the use of milk, wheat and eggs.

What are the symptoms of Undeclared wheat or gluten exposure?

Wheat allergy can cause hives, nausea, cramps, breathing difficulty or anaphylaxis. For celiac disease, even small amounts of gluten can cause intestinal damage.

How quickly can Undeclared wheat or gluten symptoms appear?

Allergic reactions can begin within minutes to hours. Celiac-related intestinal effects may be delayed.

Who is most at risk from Undeclared wheat or gluten?

People with wheat allergy, celiac disease, non-celiac gluten sensitivity or 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 wheat allergy or must avoid gluten. Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty or other signs of a severe allergic reaction. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

How do I get a refund from Haig's Delicacies?

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-0920-2013 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Haig's Delicacies 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-0920-2013. 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.