Cookie Recall as FDA Issues Threat

A Connecticut company has recalled various cookie products because of possible undeclared allergens , the Food and Drug Administration ( FDA ) announced.

Gina Marie Bakery, based in Waterbury, announced the voluntary recall on September 10 over the potential undeclared presence of almonds, sesame and several food colorings —namely Red 40, Red 3, Blue 1, Yellow 5 and Yellow 6.

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Why It Matters

Sesame and tree nuts, including almonds, are among the nine major food allergens as set out in U.S. law.

The FDA warned that people who had allergies to nuts, sesame seeds and/or food dyes ran "the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products."

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