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Low RiskFDA Food
Food & Beverages/Snacks & Confections

Byrd Cookie Co: Red 40 & Red 3 were not listed in the ingredients statement

Agency Publication Date: July 31, 2018
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Summary

Byrd Cookie Company is recalling 20,778 boxes of its Pink Lemonade Cookies (7 oz.) because they contain the food colorings Red 40 and Red 3 which are not listed on the ingredient label. These cookies were shipped to Alabama, California, Georgia, Ohio, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania in boxes bearing the Byrd's Famous Cookies brand name. Consumers should check their packaging for specific lot codes ending in AX or BX with Best By dates in December 2018.

Risk

The product contains the undeclared color additives Red 40 and Red 3. This poses a risk to consumers who may have sensitivities or specific dietary restrictions regarding these artificial dyes, as their presence is not disclosed on the packaging.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your pantry for Byrd Cookie Co. Pink Lemonade Cookies in 7 oz. boxes with UPC 7 48829 04946 5.
  2. Verify the Lot Code and Best By Date on the packaging: look for Lot Codes X356AX or X356BX (Best By: 22DEC18) and Lot Codes X362AX or X362BX (Best By: 28DEC18).
  3. If your product matches these identifiers, do not consume the cookies if you have sensitivities to Red 40 or Red 3 dyes.
  4. For instructions on how to handle the affected product or to inquire about a refund, contact Byrd Cookie Company at 800-291-2973.
  5. For additional questions, contact the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA).

Affected Products

Product: PINK LEMONADE COOKIES Byrd's FAMOUS COOKIES (7 OZ)
UPC Codes:
748829049465
Lot Numbers:
X356AX (Best By: 22DEC18)
X356BX (Best By: 22DEC18)
X362AX (Best By: 28DEC18)
X362BX (Best By: 28DEC18)
Date Ranges: 22DEC18, 28DEC18

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 80447
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Byrd Cookie Co
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 20,778 boxes

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Sources: FDA iRES · Raw API Response

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