A small batch of candy-coated almonds sold in New York and New Jersey is being pulled from shelves after labels failed to list a common allergen and included unlisted color additives. The affected items are 2.0-ounce and 3.5-ounce clear plastic bags of Premium Food Jordan Almonds marked with UPCs 015750199171 and 015750299215 and a best-by date of Dec. 2028.
Bader Enterprises, a New York company, initiated a voluntary recall after discovering the packages omitted wheat from the ingredient list and contained certified color additives FD&C Blue 1 Lake and FD&C Blue 2 Lake, according to PIX11. Newsweek reports the company initiated the recall on January 16 and that the FDA classified the action as a Class II recall on March 3, 2026.
Which packages are affected?
The FDA's enforcement records identify the recalled products as Premium Food Jordan Almonds in 2.0-ounce (57 g) and 3.5-ounce (99 g) clear flexible plastic packaging, each bearing a best-by date of Dec. 2028 and UPCs 015750199171 (2.0 oz) and 015750299215 (3.5 oz). The agency's listing shows roughly 60 pounds of product distributed in New York and New Jersey; the official record is posted by the FDA.
What Class II means and what to do
A Class II classification indicates that use of or exposure to the violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, language attributed to the FDA by Newsweek. Consumers who have wheat allergies or sensitivities should not eat the product; they should return it to the place of purchase or discard it and seek medical attention if they experience symptoms. Food Allergy Research & Education notes roughly 33 million Americans live with a food allergy, which is why mislabeled products are taken seriously; see FARE for more on prevalence.
Legal note: labeling rules
Federal law requires manufacturers to declare major food allergens such as wheat on product labels, and failure to do so can render a product misbranded under the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA) sets those labeling rules and the FDA enforces them; guidance is available from the FDA.
Shoppers should check UPCs and best-by dates on any Premium Food Jordan Almonds they purchased and consult the recall details cited above. Local coverage from PIX11 and national summaries like Newsweek are tracking the recall and will report updates.
