CLASS II Food recall · Reported 8 Feb 2017 · FDA Enforcement Report

Caramel Apple Cake Mix recalled by Arro

Arro is recalling Caramel Apple Cake Mix, distributed in Indiana, Minnesota, Washington. The recall was initiated on 13 Dec 2016 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codesLot Code: AR07047EA1, Carton Code: BEST BEFORE/MEILLEUR AVANT 17 AL 07 ; Lot Code: AR08047EA1, Carton Code: BEST BEFORE/MEILLEUR AVANT 17 AL 08 ; Lot Code: AR27097EA1, Carton Code: BEST BEFORE/MEILLEUR AVANT 17 SE 27 ; Lot Code: AR29067EA1, Carton Code: BEST BEFORE/MEILLEUR AVANT 17 JN 29 ; UPC: 6 44209 02223 6
Quantity recalled15,764 cases (8 cartons per case)

Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.

Recall details

Recall number
F-1378-2017
FDA event ID
75946
Recalling firm
Arro, Hodgkins, IL
Brand
Caramel
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Recall initiated
13 Dec 2016
FDA classified
27 Jan 2017
Reported
8 Feb 2017
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by
E-Mail
Reason category
Salmonella
Product category
Candy

Timeline

13 Dec 2016Recall initiated by company
27 Jan 2017Classified by FDA+45 days
8 Feb 2017Published in enforcement report+12 days

Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.

Reason for recall

Possible contamination of product with Salmonella due to incorporation of powdered milk and powdered buttermilk .

Salmonella causes fever, diarrhea and abdominal cramps, usually 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Most people recover without treatment, but severe cases can need hospital care.

Product as listed by the FDA

Caramel Apple Cake Mix (590g)

Where it was distributed

MN, IN, WA, Canada

IndianaMinnesotaWashington

Questions about this recall

Is Caramel Apple Cake Mix recalled?

Yes. Arro recalled Caramel Apple Cake Mix on 13 Dec 2016. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-1378-2017.

Why was it recalled?

Possible contamination of product with Salmonella due to incorporation of powdered milk and powdered buttermilk .

Which lots are affected?

Lot Code: AR07047EA1, Carton Code: BEST BEFORE/MEILLEUR AVANT 17 AL 07 ; Lot Code: AR08047EA1, Carton Code: BEST BEFORE/MEILLEUR AVANT 17 AL 08 ; Lot Code: AR27097EA1, Carton Code: BEST BEFORE/MEILLEUR AVANT 17 SE 27 ; Lot Code: AR29067EA1, Carton Code: BEST BEFORE/MEILLEUR AVANT 17 JN 29 ; UPC: 6 44209 02223 6

Where was it sold?

MN, IN, WA, Canada

What should I do if I have it?

Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.

What does Class II mean?

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.

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