CLASS I Food recall · Reported 24 Oct 2012 · FDA Enforcement Report
Peanut Butter Fudge, manufactured from 6-28-12 thru recalled
C.G. Higgins Confections is recalling Peanut Butter Fudge, manufactured from 6-28-12 thru 9-20-12, distributed in New Mexico. The recall was initiated on 28 Sep 2012 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.
Check your package
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-0140-2013
- FDA event ID
- 63318
- Recalling firm
- C.G. Higgins Confections, Santa Fe, NM
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 28 Sep 2012
- FDA classified
- 18 Oct 2012
- Reported
- 24 Oct 2012
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Peanut Butter
Timeline
| 28 Sep 2012 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 18 Oct 2012 | Classified by FDA | +20 days |
| 24 Oct 2012 | Published in enforcement report | +6 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Peanut Butter used to product Peanut Butter Fudge was recalled by Sunland, Inc.; therefore, this product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
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
Peanut Butter Fudge 3 oz bag, manufactured from 6-28-12 thru 9-20-12
Where it was distributed
Retailers and end users located in NM, USA.
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Peanut Butter used to product Peanut Butter Fudge was recalled by Sunland, Inc.; therefore, this product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Which lots are affected?
No manufacturing code.
Where was it sold?
Retailers and end users located in NM, USA.
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 26 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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