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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-1947-2013/FDA enforcement
Semifreddi's INC.·Food·Sep 7, 2013

Almond Biscotti, 1 OZ

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    Semifreddi's Almond Biscotti and Semifreddi's Chocolate Dipped Almond Biscotti are being recalled due to undeclared allergens, milk and soy; butter did not list milk as a…

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. Tree nuts such as almonds or walnuts were not declared, posing a risk to people with tree-nut allergy.

  • 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 nameSemifreddi's INC.
Recalling firmSemifreddi's INC.Alameda, CA, United States
UPC / barcodes
7 58843 91593 67 58843 91573 87 58843 91595 07 58843 91575 2
Lot / date codes
  • With "Enjoy By" dates prior to 091614
Distribution area
AZCONENJNYORWA

Products were delivered to retail stores/cafes/restaurants throughout California and to AZ, CO, NE, NJ, NY, OR and WA

United States

Quantity affectedNot provided by the FDA.
Recall initiationFDA report date: October 2, 2013
FDA recall numberF-1947-2013

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Semifreddi's INC. initiated this food recall on September 7, 2013. The FDA enforcement report states: Semifreddi's Almond Biscotti and Semifreddi's Chocolate Dipped Almond Biscotti are being recalled due to undeclared allergens, milk and soy; butter did not list milk as a subingredient; lecithin did not list soy as a subingredient. The FDA report lists distribution as: Products were delivered to retail stores/cafes/restaurants throughout California and to AZ, CO, NE, NJ, NY, OR and WA.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Semifreddi's Almond Biscotti and Semifreddi's Chocolate Dipped Almond Biscotti are being recalled due to undeclared allergens, milk and soy; butter did not list milk as a subingredient; lecithin did not list soy as a subingredient.

Almond Biscotti, 1 OZ was made or distributed by Semifreddi's INC. in Alameda, CA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1947-2013, dated October 2, 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 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 Almond Biscotti, 1 OZ recall?

Semifreddi's INC. recalled Almond Biscotti, 1 OZ in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1947-2013. Semifreddi's Almond Biscotti and Semifreddi's Chocolate Dipped Almond Biscotti are being recalled due to undeclared allergens, milk and soy; butter did not list milk as a…

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?

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 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 Semifreddi's INC.?

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-1947-2013 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Semifreddi's 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-1947-2013. 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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Brand history

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.