# Major Recall Alert: Pecan Toffee Clusters, The Candy Barn, 1113 Palm Ave Riverside, IA 52327, Net Wt: 5oz, Flexible Plastic Bag Recalled Due to Allergen Labeling: Specific Tree Nut (Pecan) Not Listed in 'Contains' Statement
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued an important recall for Pecan Toffee Clusters from The Candy Barn due to allergen labeling issues. Consumers with a pecan or tree nut allergy should be aware of this critical recall to avoid life-threatening allergic reactions.
## Why This Recall is Important
Food allergies affect millions of people in the U.S., and consuming undeclared allergens can lead to serious health complications. This recall targets *Pecan Toffee Clusters* from The Candy Barn at **1113 Palm Ave, Riverside, IA 52327**, with a net weight of 5 ounces packaged in a flexible plastic bag. The products in question failed to include a mandatory allergen disclosure for *pecans* in the "contains" statement.
Ingesting hidden allergens, such as pecans, can have life-threatening consequences for individuals with severe nut allergies. Symptoms can range from mild reactions, including hives and swelling, to severe anaphylaxis, which requires immediate medical attention.
If you or someone in your household is allergic to pecans, it's crucial to act immediately to ensure safety. Keep reading for all essential details about this important recall and what steps you need to take.
## Details of the Recall
Here’s what you need to know about the recall and the affected products:
- **Brand**: The Candy Barn
- **Product Name**: Pecan Toffee Clusters
- **Location**: 1113 Palm Ave, Riverside, IA 52327
- **Net Weight**: 5oz
- **Packaging**: Flexible plastic bag
- **Reason for Recall**: Pecan (specific tree nut) allergen not listed in the “Contains” statement on the packaging, which poses a health risk to allergy sufferers.
- **Safety Measures Taken**: The manufacturer has launched a recall notification campaign through the following methods:
- Email
- Fax
- Letter
- Press release
- Telephone outreach
- Direct visits
The recall of The Candy Barn Pecan Toffee Clusters was officially announced on **October 24, 2023.** Consumers affected by this recall are urged to check their pantries and stop using the product immediately.
## What You Should Do
If you’ve purchased The Candy Barn’s Pecan Toffee Clusters with a net weight of 5oz, here are the steps you need to take:
1. **Stop Consumption**: Do not eat the product if you or anyone in your household is allergic to pecans or other tree nuts.
2. **Check Packaging**: Confirm if the product packaging lacks a proper allergen "contains" statement listing pecans.
3. **Dispose of Product Safely**: If allergies are a concern, throw the product away immediately to prevent accidental consumption.
4. **Contact the Manufacturer**: Reach out to The Candy Barn for further information, instructions for product returns, or refunds. Visit their official website for details or call their customer service line.
5. **Inform Others**: Share this information with friends and family who may have purchased this product or are tree nut allergy sufferers.
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