SHEPPARD AIR FORCE BASE, Texas --
Ferrara Candy Company has voluntarily recalled
packages of Brach’s Almond Supremes. The recall was initiated due to a possible
contamination with another Ferrara Candy product. Some Brach’s Almond Supremes
may include Brach’s Bridge Mix, which may contain peanut and wheat products.
Ferrara Candy performed an investigation and found a packaging error caused by
an incorrect packaging film being used.
People who have a peanut allergy or sensitivity to
peanuts are at risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if product
is consumed. Currently, no illnesses have been reported in connection to the
recall.
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION:
Item – 39733
Description – Brach’s Almond Supremes
Size – 5 oz
UPC Code – 11300 39733
Code Date – 6G23CC33102
Customers and consumers
who have purchased the affected product are encouraged not to eat it and to
discard it. Customers with questions regarding this recall may contact Ferrara
Candy Company at 1-(800)323-1768, Mon-Fri 8:00am- 5:00pm. More information can be found at http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm521433.htm.
Public Health confirmed
that Sheppard AFB facilities DO NOT carry these products for sale. There has
been NO illnesses reported to date in connection with this recall. Consumers or customers who have questions
about the above recall may contact 82nd AMDS Public Health Flight at (940)
676-1874/3052.