Well, it looks like Babcock Dairy has found itself in a bit of an egg-cident. The Wisconsin based dairy company has issued a recall on November 5th for their half gallon Orange Custard Chocolate Chip and Chocolate Peanut Butter ice cream due to a mislabeling incident. According to the FDA, If your product is from the affected lot, you can return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. So, as we learn more about this incident, if you’re a business looking for high-quality ingredients without any surprise allergens, why not check out our bulk catalog? We’ve got certified, top-notch ingredients you can trust—no egg-cidents here! Take a peek and make sure your ingredients are always on point!
What happened?
This past November 5th, the Madison dairy store recalled approximately 41 cases of their delicious Orange Custard Chocolate Chip ice cream, why? Well, as luck has it, a mistake put the wrong label on the wrong flavor. This orange treat ended up inside a Chocolate Peanut Butter case. These products were produced on September 17th and distributed to local establishments and directly to customers in Wisconsin. The issue was discovered by a customer and this packaging confusion led to a flavor in a container without the right allergens listed.
Brand | Product | Size | Production date | Issue |
Babcock Dairy | Orange Custard Chocolate Chip | Half gallon | 09/17/24 | Undeclared egg |
Babcock Dairy | Chocolate Peanut Butter | Half gallon | 09/17/24 | Undeclared egg |
Babcock Dairy | Orange Custard Chocolate Chip | Half gallon | 09/30/24 | Undeclared egg |
Babcock Dairy | Chocolate Peanut Butter | Half gallon | 09/30/24 | Undeclared egg |
What caused the issue?
The company issued a recall after a customer found out that the Chocolate Peanut Butter flavor actually had Orange Custard Chocolate Chip inside. This mislabeling caused an undeclared allergen problem since the orange treat may contain eggs. According to the FDA, people who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs or yellow #5 run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products. Eggs are one of the eight most common food allergens, and when they’re not disclosed on a product’s label, it can be a major problem. This is because some immune systems confuse certain egg proteins as harmful. Your body goes on full alert mode and it releases histamine and other chemicals that cause allergic signs and symptoms. A bite of a tasty chocolate chip treat could end up causing hives, stomach troubles, or worse—an allergic reaction that requires immediate attention. So, even if your sweet tooth is in full swing, check those labels, people! Among the most common food allergens we can find:
- Cow’s milk (dairy)
- Egg
- Peanut
- Tree nuts
- Sesame
- Soy
- Fish
- Shellfish
- Wheat.
So far, there have been no reports of illness associated with these products.
Here’s what you should do
Babcock Dairy Staff retrieved all the remaining products from the shelves within three hours of discovery. To prevent this issue from happening again, Babcock Dairy is taking immediate measures, including the re-training of employees on proper labeling procedures, implementation of multiple verification checks during production and packaging, and increased organization and separation of packaging materials to further prevent different containers from coming into contact.
- Check the label:
– Check the production date that’s on the bottom of the container 09 1724 (September 17, 2024) - Identify the product:
– Orange Custard Chocolate Chip - What to do with the product:
If your product is from the affected lot, you should return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. - Contact info:
Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Casey Whyte, Plant Manager, at (608) 262-9102 between 6 a.m. and 2 p.m. (Monday through Friday).
Ensuring safe eats
Although mistakes do happen, one like this can cause havoc in society. Allergies are no joke and they can put consumers lives at serious risk. That’s why it’s crucial to double-check labels and make sure all ingredients are properly listed, especially allergens like eggs, peanuts, or gluten. If you’re looking to avoid mistakes that can cause real damage and provide your customers with safe, quality products, talk to our team today! We offer well-packaged, certified ingredients that you can trust to keep both your recipes and your customers safe!
