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The Dannon Company INC·Food·Aug 11, 2016

Activia Fiber Lowfat Yogurt Strawberry/pineapple Flavors 12 Packs of 4 OZ Cups

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    The recalled products are incorrectly labeled because the 12 pack overwrap label includes a "Certified Gluten-Free" mark while the product contains and the overwrap label…

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. 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.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameThe Dannon Company INC
Recalling firmThe Dannon Company, INC.Tarrytown, NY, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • AUG 12 2016, AUG 16 2016, AUG 19 2016, AUG 22 2016, AUG 27 2016, SEP 03 2016, SEP 08 2016, SEP 14 2106, SEP 21 2016, SEP 25 2016
Distribution area

Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maine, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Mexico, Puerto Rico

Quantity affected53, 545 cases
Recall initiationFDA report date: September 14, 2016
FDA recall numberF-2099-2016

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

The Dannon Company, INC. initiated this food recall on August 11, 2016. The FDA enforcement report states: The recalled products are incorrectly labeled because the 12 pack overwrap label includes a "Certified Gluten-Free" mark while the product contains and the overwrap label correctly lists WHEAT as an ingredient. The FDA report lists distribution as: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maine, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: The recalled products are incorrectly labeled because the 12 pack overwrap label includes a "Certified Gluten-Free" mark while the product contains and the overwrap label correctly lists WHEAT as an ingredient.

Activia Fiber Lowfat Yogurt Strawberry/pineapple Flavors 12 Packs of 4 OZ Cups was made or distributed by The Dannon Company, INC. in Tarrytown, NY, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-2099-2016, dated September 14, 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, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

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 lot and date codes 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 wheat or gluten

Symptoms to watch for

Wheat allergy can cause hives, nausea, cramps, breathing difficulty or anaphylaxis. For celiac disease, even small amounts of gluten can cause intestinal damage.

When symptoms may appear

Allergic reactions can begin within minutes to hours. Celiac-related intestinal effects may be delayed.

Higher-risk groups

People with wheat allergy, celiac disease, non-celiac gluten sensitivity or a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a wheat allergy or must avoid gluten.
  2. 2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty or other signs of a severe allergic reaction.
  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 Activia Fiber Lowfat Yogurt Strawberry/pineapple Flavors 12 Packs of 4 OZ Cups recall?

The Dannon Company INC recalled Activia Fiber Lowfat Yogurt Strawberry/pineapple Flavors 12 Packs of 4 OZ Cups in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-2099-2016. The recalled products are incorrectly labeled because the 12 pack overwrap label includes a "Certified Gluten-Free" mark while the product contains and the overwrap label…

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 wheat allergy or must avoid gluten. Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty or other signs of a severe allergic reaction. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

Is the The Dannon Company 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-2099-2016. 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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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.