Whole Foods Market Cranston Recalls Salted Caramel Crispies Due to Undeclared Allergen

Contact:
Consumer:
617-492-5500

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — January 12, 2015 — CAMBRIDGE, MA — Whole Foods Market is recalling “Salted Caramel Crispies” produced and sold only in the Cranston, Rhode Island location due to an undeclared tree nut allergen. The product has a “Sell By” date of January 22, 2015.

The 12-packs of cookies, labeled as “Salted Caramel Crispies” contained tree nuts (almond), a known allergen, which is not declared on the label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almonds run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

The cookies were sold in the store between January 2 and January 12, 2015.

Signage is posted to notify customers of this recall, and all affected product has been removed from shelves.

No allergic reactions or illnesses have been reported.

Consumers who have purchased this product from Whole Foods Market Cranston may bring their receipt to the store for a full refund. Consumers with questions should contact their local store or call 617-492-5500 between the hours of 9am and 5pm EST.

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