CLASS I Food recall · Reported 13 May 2015 · FDA Enforcement Report

Deer Raisin Golden, marked and unmarked packages recalled

Best Foods NJ is recalling Deer Raisin Golden, marked and unmarked packages, distributed in 8 states. The recall was initiated on 27 Mar 2015 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codesunmarked and marked packages no lot code listed

Quantity recalled2,980 packages

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-2150-2015
FDA event ID: 70869
Recalling firm: Best Foods NJ, Edison, NJ
Brand: Deer Raisin
Classification: Class I
Status: Terminated
Recall initiated: 27 Mar 2015
FDA classified: 4 May 2015
Reported: 13 May 2015
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by: Press Release
Reason category: Undeclared Sulfites
Product category: Grapes

Timeline

27 Mar 2015	Recall initiated by company
4 May 2015	Classified by FDA	+38 days
13 May 2015	Published in enforcement report	+9 days

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

Reason for recall

Deer Brand Golden Raisin contain undeclared sulfites discovered through NYSDAM laboratory sampling.

Product as listed by the FDA

Deer Raisin Golden 7 oz., marked and unmarked packages Packed for Best Foods Inc. Edison, NJ 08817 Some have UPC 714760029255. packaged in clear plastic packages.

Where it was distributed

CT, DE, MA, MD, NJ, NH, NY, PA,

Connecticut Delaware Massachusetts Maryland New Hampshire New Jersey New York Pennsylvania

Questions about this recall

Why was it recalled?

Deer Brand Golden Raisin contain undeclared sulfites discovered through NYSDAM laboratory sampling.

Which lots are affected?

unmarked and marked packages no lot code listed

Where was it sold?

CT, DE, MA, MD, NJ, NH, NY, PA,

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 I mean?

Class I is the most serious FDA recall category: there is a reasonable probability that using the product will cause serious health consequences or death.

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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