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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IRecall closedF-1842-2012/FDA enforcement
Shah Distributors·Food·Jul 24, 2012

Crispy Just Baked Punjabi Cookies 800 G/1.76 lb (28.2 OZ): Product of Canada Manufactured by: …

What you need to know

Class I

  • What happened

    FDA was notified of a recall by CFIA for Punjabi Cookies manufactured by TWI Food, Canada, that may not declare milk as an ingredient.

  • Health risk

    The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. 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 FDACAMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameShah Distributors
Recalling firmShah DistributorsTracy, CA, United States
UPC / barcodes
6 27265 00152 0
Lot / date codes
  • UPC 6 27265 00152 0
Distribution area
CA

Northern CA only.

United States

Quantity affectedNot provided by the FDA.
Recall initiationFDA report date: August 15, 2012
FDA recall numberF-1842-2012

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Shah Distributors initiated this food recall on July 24, 2012. The FDA enforcement report states: FDA was notified of a recall by CFIA for Punjabi Cookies manufactured by TWI Food, Canada, that may not declare milk as an ingredient. The FDA report lists distribution as: Northern CA only.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: FDA was notified of a recall by CFIA for Punjabi Cookies manufactured by TWI Food, Canada, that may not declare milk as an ingredient.

Crispy Just Baked Punjabi Cookies 800 G/1.76 lb (28.2 OZ): Product of Canada Manufactured by: … was made or distributed by Shah Distributors in Tracy, CA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1842-2012, dated August 15, 2012.

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

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 Crispy Just Baked Punjabi Cookies 800 G/1.76 lb (28.2 OZ): Product of Canada Manufactured by: … recall?

Shah Distributors recalled Crispy Just Baked Punjabi Cookies 800 G/1.76 lb (28.2 OZ): Product of Canada Manufactured by: … in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-1842-2012. FDA was notified of a recall by CFIA for Punjabi Cookies manufactured by TWI Food, Canada, that may not declare milk as an ingredient.

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 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.

Is the Shah Distributors 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-1842-2012. 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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