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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-1440-2017/FDA enforcement
The Dannon Company INC·Food·Jan 6, 2017

Danone¿ Dairy Drink Nut and Cereal 7.7 FL OZ (229ml) Bottles

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    The label incorrectly states "WALNUT" in the ingredient list and the allergen statement, while the product actually contains PECAN as an ingredient.

  • 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
  • Expiration dates: OCT 28 2016 NOV 02 2016 NOV 30 2016 DEC 14 2016 DEC 25 2016 JAN 04 2017 JAN 11 2017 JAN 21 2017 FEB 06 2017 FEB 11 2017 FEB 16 2017 MAR 1 2017
Distribution area

Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Massachusetts, Michigan, North Carolina, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah

Mexico

Quantity affected49, 360 cases/ 8 HDPE bottles
Recall initiationFDA report date: February 15, 2017
FDA recall numberF-1440-2017

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

The Dannon Company, INC. initiated this food recall on January 6, 2017. The FDA enforcement report states: The label incorrectly states "WALNUT" in the ingredient list and the allergen statement, while the product actually contains PECAN as an ingredient. The FDA report lists distribution as: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Massachusetts, Michigan, North Carolina, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: The label incorrectly states "WALNUT" in the ingredient list and the allergen statement, while the product actually contains PECAN as an ingredient.

Danone¿ Dairy Drink Nut and Cereal 7.7 FL OZ (229ml) Bottles was made or distributed by The Dannon Company, INC. in Tarrytown, NY, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1440-2017, dated February 15, 2017.

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 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 Danone¿ Dairy Drink Nut and Cereal 7.7 FL OZ (229ml) Bottles recall?

The Dannon Company INC recalled Danone¿ Dairy Drink Nut and Cereal 7.7 FL OZ (229ml) Bottles in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1440-2017. The label incorrectly states "WALNUT" in the ingredient list and the allergen statement, while the product actually contains PECAN 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 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.

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-1440-2017. 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.