Fabulous Fudge Chocolate Walnut, NET Weight 8 OZ., One Unit Per Package, Packed in Clear…
What you need to know
Class II
What happened
Jody's Inc. received a few notifications from people who bought the fudge as part of a school fund raiser that the fudge had mold on it. The expiration date of the fudge is…
Health risk
The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. Visible or laboratory-detected mold can signal a moisture, temperature or seal failure.
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.
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Jody's Gourmet PopcornVirginia Beach, VA, United States
UPC / barcodes
No UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
Batch Numbers: 1528802-F and 1528801-F
Distribution area
INORVAMSNC
The fudge was distributed in fulfillment of seven school fundraising projects. The fudge was delivered to the schools from October 26, 2015 through November 12, 2015. There were no foreign accounts, and there were no US government accounts (military or civilian). The schools that received the product, and the number of units delivered, are listed below, along with the school organizer, who we have alerted to the recall: Portsmouth Christian School - 52 units 3214 Elliott Ave Portsmouth, Va 23702 Jan Collins [email protected] Hodges Manor ES 19 units 1201 Cherokee Rd Portsmouth, Va 23701 Vallery Theus [email protected] JEJ Moore MS 39 units 11455 Prince George Dr Disputanta, Va 23842 Tracy Brunner [email protected] Moyock MS 11 units 216 Survey Rd Moyock, NC 27958 Elizabeth Sweeney [email protected] Lynnhaven ES 2 units 210 Dillon Dr. Va. Beach, Va 23452 Laurent Bracey [email protected] Simonsdale ES PTA 29 units 4841 Clifford Street Portsmouth, VA 23707 Amy Beaulier [email protected] Glen Allen High School 10700 Staples Mill Rd. Glen Allen, VA 23060 Sherry Ingram Note: The distributor, Sterling Ideas Unlimited handled communication with this school.
United States
Quantity affected
215 packages of fudge were produced and distributed
Recall initiation
FDA report date: March 2, 2016
FDA recall number
F-0622-2016
Beyond the headline
The recall, in context
Jody's Gourmet Popcorn initiated this food recall on December 3, 2015. The FDA enforcement report states: Jody's Inc. received a few notifications from people who bought the fudge as part of a school fund raiser that the fudge had mold on it. The expiration date of the fudge is 12/22/15, and it should not be growing mold yet. The firm immediately recalled the fudge. The FDA report lists distribution as: The fudge was distributed in fulfillment of seven school fundraising projects. The fudge was delivered to the schools from October 26, 2015 through November 12, 2015. There were no foreign accounts, and there were no US government accounts (military or civilian). The schools that received the product, and the number of units delivered, are listed below, along with the school organizer, who we have alerted to the recall: Portsmouth Christian School - 52 units 3214 Elliott Ave Portsmouth, Va 23702 Jan Collins [email protected] Hodges Manor ES 19 units 1201 Cherokee Rd Portsmouth, Va 23701 Vallery Theus [email protected] JEJ Moore MS 39 units 11455 Prince George Dr Disputanta, Va 23842 Tracy Brunner [email protected] Moyock MS 11 units 216 Survey Rd Moyock, NC 27958 Elizabeth Sweeney [email protected] Lynnhaven ES 2 units 210 Dillon Dr. Va. Beach, Va 23452 Laurent Bracey [email protected] Simonsdale ES PTA 29 units 4841 Clifford Street Portsmouth, VA 23707 Amy Beaulier [email protected] Glen Allen High School 10700 Staples Mill Rd. Glen Allen, VA 23060 Sherry Ingram Note: The distributor, Sterling Ideas Unlimited handled communication with this school.
The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Jody's Inc. received a few notifications from people who bought the fudge as part of a school fund raiser that the fudge had mold on it. The expiration date of the fudge is 12/22/15, and it should not be growing mold yet. The firm immediately recalled the fudge.
Fabulous Fudge Chocolate Walnut, NET Weight 8 OZ., One Unit Per Package, Packed in Clear… was made or distributed by Jody's Gourmet Popcorn in Virginia Beach, VA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0622-2016, dated March 2, 2016.
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, visible or laboratory-detected mold can signal a moisture, temperature or seal failure.
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
Stop using it
Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.
2
Check the codes
Compare the lot and date codes against the table above.
3
Return or discard
Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.
Consumer safety guide
Mold contamination
Symptoms to watch for
Eating a moldy product may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or allergic reactions. Do not intentionally inspect, smell or taste a suspect product.
Higher-risk groups
People with mold allergies, asthma, a weakened immune system, pregnant people and young children should be especially cautious.
What to do now
1Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets.
2Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer.
3If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.
Visible mold can indicate a moisture, packaging or temperature failure.
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
4 answers
What is the Fabulous Fudge Chocolate Walnut, NET Weight 8 OZ., One Unit Per Package, Packed in Clear… recall?
Jody's Gourmet Popcorn recalled Fabulous Fudge Chocolate Walnut, NET Weight 8 OZ., One Unit Per Package, Packed in Clear… in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0622-2016. Jody's Inc. received a few notifications from people who bought the fudge as part of a school fund raiser that the fudge had mold on it. The expiration date of the fudge is…
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 Jody's Gourmet Popcorn 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-0622-2016. 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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