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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IRecall closedF-0941-2013/FDA enforcement
Jiffy Food Service, LLC·Food·Jan 11, 2013

Spice Cake Mix, 25 lb

What you need to know

Class I

  • What happened

    Undeclared Allergen (Milk). Firm initiated a voluntary recall of their 25 lb. and 50 lb. bags of Spice Cake Mix that had been distributed since August 2012 due to an undeclared…

  • 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.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameJiffy Food Service, LLC
Recalling firmJiffy Food Service, LLCChelsea, MI, United States
UPC / barcodes
84670200985
Lot / date codes
  • UPC Code 84670200985 Manufacturing Date Codes (printed on the inside seam/gusset of the bag): 08/01/2012, 08/23/2012, 10/03/2012, 11/18/2012, 11/19/2012.
Distribution area
Nationwide

Nationwide including Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecicut, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, New England, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virgina and Wisconsin.

United States, Mexico

Quantity affected7, 422 bags (total 25 lb. and 50 lb. combined)
Recall initiationFDA report date: February 6, 2013
FDA recall numberF-0941-2013

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Jiffy Food Service, LLC initiated this food recall on January 11, 2013. The FDA enforcement report states: Undeclared Allergen (Milk). Firm initiated a voluntary recall of their 25 lb. and 50 lb. bags of Spice Cake Mix that had been distributed since August 2012 due to an undeclared allergen, milk. The Spice Cake Mix is manufactured for correctional facilities/institutions only. The FDA report lists distribution as: Nationwide including Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecicut, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, New England, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virgina and Wisconsin.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Undeclared Allergen (Milk). Firm initiated a voluntary recall of their 25 lb. and 50 lb. bags of Spice Cake Mix that had been distributed since August 2012 due to an undeclared allergen, milk. The Spice Cake Mix is manufactured for correctional facilities/institutions only.

Spice Cake Mix, 25 lb was made or distributed by Jiffy Food Service, LLC in Chelsea, MI, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0941-2013, dated February 6, 2013.

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 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 Spice Cake Mix, 25 lb recall?

Jiffy Food Service, LLC recalled Spice Cake Mix, 25 lb in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-0941-2013. Undeclared Allergen (Milk). Firm initiated a voluntary recall of their 25 lb. and 50 lb. bags of Spice Cake Mix that had been distributed since August 2012 due to an undeclared…

What are the symptoms of Undeclared milk exposure?

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

How quickly can Undeclared milk symptoms appear?

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

Who is most at risk from Undeclared milk?

People with a diagnosed cow's milk 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 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.

How do I get a refund from Jiffy Food Service, LLC?

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-0941-2013 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Jiffy Food Service, LLC 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-0941-2013. 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.