Elevated risk U.S. Food and Drug Administration

New Seasons Market Strawberry Rhubarb Bakewell Tart recall: Undeclared almonds

Recall published 2+ years ago

Undeclared almonds

New Seasons Market Fresh produce — recalled fresh produce
Photo published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration with the recall notice.

The hazard: Undeclared peanuts or tree nuts

An undeclared allergen — peanuts or tree nuts — is the whole reason for this notice. The food itself is not spoiled or contaminated.

What the notice says: People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almond run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

Why it matters: The label does not declare peanuts or tree nuts, so anyone who reads labels to avoid it has no way of knowing it is in there. For people without that allergy the product is safe to eat.

Symptoms and when to call a doctor

An undeclared allergen is a danger only to people allergic or intolerant to that ingredient. For everyone else the food is safe. Reactions range from an itchy mouth, hives, stomach cramps or vomiting through to anaphylaxis — swelling of the lips, tongue or throat, a tight chest, wheezing, a sudden drop in blood pressure or collapse. If anaphylaxis is suspected, use an epinephrine auto-injector straight away and call 911, even if the symptoms seem to settle, because a second wave can follow hours later.

This page is general information, not medical advice. If you feel unwell, a clinician who can see you is the only person able to judge your case.

Recall details

Published
June 4, 2024
Risk level
Elevated risk
Issued by
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Brand
New Seasons Market
Product type
Fresh produce
Distribution
Oregon, Washington

Products covered by this recall

Strawberry Rhubarb Bakewell Tart

What the company announced

June 4, 2024, New Seasons Market of Portland, Oregon is recalling Strawberry Rhubarb Bakewell Tart, because it contains undeclared almond. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almond run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

Strawberry Rhubarb Bakewell Tart was sold at the Bakery and Pastry departments in New Seasons Market stores located in Oregon and Washington from 03/22/24 to 06/03/24. Product has a 5-day shelf life.

Strawberry Rhubarb Bakewell Tart is merchandised in a plastic clamshell container with a black and white New Seasons Market scale label. All best if used by dates are impacted by this recall.

After a staff member consumed the Strawberry Rhubarb Bakewell Tart and had a mild reaction but did not seek medical attention, the manufacturer of the product was notified of this potential allergic reaction. The manufacturer confirmed the product did contain almond flour, but almond was not listed in the product specification. New Seasons Market initiated this recall because the scale label does not declare almond.

There have been no additional reports of adverse reactions to date.

This recall is being made with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Customers who have purchased the product and have an allergy to almonds are urged to dispose of it without consuming.

For a refund, please talk to a manager in any New Seasons Market store. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected] , Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm PT.

Reproduced from the company announcement posted on fda.gov. Links and contact forms in the original are not repeated here; the official notice below has them.

What to do about Nuts

New Seasons Market — An undeclared allergen — peanuts or tree nuts — is the whole reason for this notice. The food itself is not spoiled or contaminated.

  1. If anyone in your household avoids peanuts or tree nuts, stop serving the product immediately and check whether any was used in food already prepared.
  2. Make sure the household epinephrine auto-injector is where it should be and in date, if someone here carries one.
  3. If a reaction has already happened, report it to the FDA through its consumer complaint coordinator so the case is attached to this recall.
  4. Tell anyone else who eats from your kitchen, including childminders, schools and anyone catering an event you contributed to.

Refunds, and what else you can claim

The purchase price is the floor, not the ceiling. Where a recall caused you a real cost, say so.

  • Claim the refund at the store first; it is the fastest route and needs the least paperwork.
  • If you bought several packs over time, list them. Firms routinely settle for more than a single unit when a customer asks.
  • Medical costs, lost earnings or a spoiled event are not handled at the service desk. Write to the company contact on this page instead, with dates and documents.
  • Keep copies of everything you send. If a recall caused harm, that file is what any later claim rests on.

Remedy named in the notice: Customers who have purchased the product and have an allergy to almonds are urged to dispose of it without consuming.

Company contact: New Seasons Market — Consumers: [email protected] — Media: 503.292.1987, [email protected]

The official notice

This page summarises a notice published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The agency notice is the authoritative version — read it before you act, and treat it as the final word if anything here looks different.

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Questions people ask about this recall

Why was New Seasons Market fresh produce recalled?

Undeclared almonds People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almond run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

How do I know if I have the recalled product?

The notice does not publish package codes for this recall. Compare the product name, size and the purchase window against the official FDA — Company recall announcements record, and contact the company if you are unsure.

What should I do with it right now?

If anyone in your household avoids peanuts or tree nuts, stop serving the product immediately and check whether any was used in food already prepared.

Can I get my money back?

The notice says: Customers who have purchased the product and have an allergy to almonds are urged to dispose of it without consuming.

Which states were affected?

The notice lists Oregon, Washington.

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