From The Trussvile Tribune staff reports
NEW JERSEY — The parent company of Ben & Jerry’s announced a recall for two products because of an undeclared tree nut issue.
Ben & Jerry’s Coconut Seven Layer Bar bulk and Ben & Jerry’s Chunky Monkey pints may contain tree nuts including almonds, Brazil nuts, and hazelnuts that are not declared in the ingredient list or allergy information list. Both affected products include a “Contains Walnuts” and a “May contain other tree nuts” label on the back of the pack.
Both products were distributed nationwide and were sold in retail stores.
Those allergic to tree nuts could have a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction to the recalled products.
- The affected Ben & Jerry’s Coconut Seven Layer Bar bulk product is sold in a tub containing 2.4 gallons with a Consumer UPC of 076840104246 and best by date of SEP1520BJ4.
- The affected Ben & Jerry’s Chunky Monkey pint is sold in a pint tub (473 mL) with a Consumer UPC of 076840100354 and best by dates of AUG2820BH2, AUG2920BH2, or AUG3020BH2.
No other containers of Ben & Jerry’s products are affected.
Unilever has not received any reports of illness associated with this recall.
Consumers who have purchased containers of the above products with the affected UPC and date codes are asked to immediately discontinue use of the product, retain the outer container, and call 833-236-1237 for further information 24/7.
The company is placing a notification on the Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE) web site www.foodallergy.org.
For additional information, please visit www.benjerry.com or unileverusa.com.
