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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIIRecall closedF-1868-2013/FDA enforcement
Potters Fine Foods, LLC·Food·Aug 9, 2013

Potter's Crackers, Classic White, NET WT 5 Ounces

What you need to know

Class III

  • What happened

    Potters Fine Foods LLC are recalling Potter's Crackers Classic White because of cross contamination with a Basil Walnut Presto Cracker dough. Even though there is an allergen…

  • Health risk

    The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAIL, NY, NC, WIMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand namePotters Fine Foods, LLC
Recalling firmPotters Fine Foods, LLCMadison, WI, United States
UPC / barcodes
6 80569 15877 2
Lot / date codes
  • 10-10-13
Distribution area
ILNYNCWI

IL, NY, NC, WI.

United States

Quantity affected109 containers.
Recall initiationFDA report date: September 11, 2013
FDA recall numberF-1868-2013

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Potters Fine Foods, LLC initiated this food recall on August 9, 2013. The FDA enforcement report states: Potters Fine Foods LLC are recalling Potter's Crackers Classic White because of cross contamination with a Basil Walnut Presto Cracker dough. Even though there is an allergen statement on the Classic White tag for tree nuts, we initiated a voluntary recall. All 109 packages were accounted for. The FDA report lists distribution as: IL, NY, NC, WI.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Potters Fine Foods LLC are recalling Potter's Crackers Classic White because of cross contamination with a Basil Walnut Presto Cracker dough. Even though there is an allergen statement on the Classic White tag for tree nuts, we initiated a voluntary recall. All 109 packages were accounted for.

Potter's Crackers, Classic White, NET WT 5 Ounces was made or distributed by Potters Fine Foods, LLC in Madison, WI, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1868-2013, dated September 11, 2013.

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, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

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 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 tree nuts

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, digestive symptoms or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a tree-nut 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 tree-nut allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a tree-nut 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 Potter's Crackers, Classic White, NET WT 5 Ounces recall?

Potters Fine Foods, LLC recalled Potter's Crackers, Classic White, NET WT 5 Ounces in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-1868-2013. Potters Fine Foods LLC are recalling Potter's Crackers Classic White because of cross contamination with a Basil Walnut Presto Cracker dough. Even though there is an allergen…

What are the symptoms of Undeclared tree nuts exposure?

Hives, swelling, wheezing, digestive symptoms or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a tree-nut allergy.

How quickly can Undeclared tree nuts symptoms appear?

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

Who is most at risk from Undeclared tree nuts?

People with a diagnosed tree-nut allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Do not eat the product if you have a tree-nut 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 Potters Fine Foods, 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-1868-2013 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Potters Fine Foods, 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-1868-2013. 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.