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Medium RiskFDA Food
Food & Beverages/Snacks & Confections

HOSTESS BRANDS LLC: SnoBalls Snack Cakes Recalled for Undeclared Coconut Allergen

Agency Publication Date: May 6, 2021
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Summary

Approximately 648 cases of Hostess SnoBalls snack cakes are being recalled because they were accidentally packaged with a label meant for Chocolate CupCakes. This packaging error means the product fails to list coconut, a major food allergen, on the ingredient label. The recalled snacks were distributed to retail centers in 14 states and are packaged as 3.17-ounce individual units. Consumers should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Risk

People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to coconut run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. The mislabeling prevents consumers from seeing that the SnoBalls contain coconut flakes, which are a primary ingredient.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your pantry for Hostess SnoBalls packaged as 'Hostess Chocolate CupCakes' in a 3.17-ounce net weight size.
  2. Locate the UPC code 8 88109 01001 0 on the packaging and look for a 'Best by' date of May 27, 2021.
  3. If you have an allergy to coconut, do not consume this product.
  4. Return the affected snack cakes to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact Hostess Brands, LLC for further instructions.
  5. For additional questions, contact the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) or visit www.fda.gov/safety/recalls.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ’ฐFull Refund

Full refund at the point of purchase.

How to: Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact the manufacturer for further instructions.

Affected Products

Product: Hostess SnoBalls packaged as Hostess Chocolate CupCakes (3.17 OZ)
UPC Codes:
888109010010
Date Ranges: Best by May 27, 2021

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 87697
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: HOSTESS BRANDS LLC
Sold By: retail distribution centers
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 648 cases
Distributed To: Alabama, Florida, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin

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