CONSUMER ALERT: Tiffany Food Corp. Issues Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in "Sesame Flavored Wheat Cookies"

Tiffany Food Corp. 2042 Pitkin Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11207 is recalling its 400-gram packages of Sesame flavored Wheat cookies because they contain undeclared peanuts. Consumers who have severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.

The recalled “Sesame wheat Cookies” were distributed nationwide in retail stores.  The product is packaged in 400-gram, clear plastic bags with no expiration date.  The product UPC code is 6925332604198.

No illnesses or allergic reactions involving this product have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated after routine sampling by NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets and subsequent analysis by Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of peanuts in the 400-gram packages of Sesame Wheat Cookies which were not declared on the label.  Analysis of the Sesame wheat Cookies revealed they contain 40.3 parts per million per serving exceeds the limit of 10 parts per million.

Consumers who have purchased 400-gram packages of “Sesame wheat Cookies” are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.  Consumers with questions may contact the company at (347) 627-8588.