Bader Enterprises, Inc. Recalls Premium Food Bubble Gum Over Undeclared Colors
Bader Enterprises, Inc. is recalling 400 pounds of Premium Food Bubble Gum distributed in NY and NJ due to undeclared FD&C Blue 1 Lake and FD&C Blue 2 Lake.
What Happened
Bader Enterprises, Inc. has voluntarily initiated a recall of its Premium Food Bubble Gum. The recall was triggered after it was discovered that the product contains undeclared food coloring agents, specifically FD&C Blue 1 Lake and FD&C Blue 2 Lake. These ingredients were not disclosed on the product packaging, posing a potential risk to consumers with sensitivities or allergies to these specific dyes.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves approximately 400 lbs. of bubble gum distributed across New York and New Jersey. The specific details are as follows:
- Product Name: Premium Food Bubble Gum
- Packaging: 2.5 oz clear flexible plastic packaging, sold in unit cases of 30 LB
- Affected Lots/Codes: All lots and codes, specifically including Lot/Unit Number 13
- Expiration Date: BEST BY: DEC-2028
- UPC Code: 015747199269
- Recall Number: H-0539-2026
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased the affected Premium Food Bubble Gum are advised to discontinue use of the product immediately. While the firm initiated the recall via email, fax, letter, and other methods, consumers can contact Bader Enterprises, Inc. at their Brooklyn, NY location (115 27th St, Brooklyn, NY 11232-1504) for further information regarding returns or disposal.
Why This Matters
This recall is significant because undeclared additives like FD&C Blue 1 Lake and FD&C Blue 2 Lake can cause adverse health reactions in individuals with specific sensitivities. The FDA has classified this as a Class II recall, indicating that the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.
Source
Information provided by the FDA.
Source: FDA Official Notice