CLASS II Food recall · Reported 29 Aug 2012 · FDA Enforcement Report
Strawberry Filled Cake recalled by Authentic Gourmet
Authentic Gourmet is recalling Strawberry Filled Cake, distributed in California. The recall was initiated on 13 Jul 2012 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
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-1969-2012
- FDA event ID
- 62697
- Recalling firm
- Authentic Gourmet, Miami, FL
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 13 Jul 2012
- FDA classified
- 21 Aug 2012
- Reported
- 29 Aug 2012
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Undeclared Allergens
- Product category
- Cakes & Pastries
Timeline
| 13 Jul 2012 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 21 Aug 2012 | Classified by FDA | +39 days |
| 29 Aug 2012 | Published in enforcement report | +8 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
The recall was initiated because Authentic Gourmet was alerted by FDA sample analysis that the Strawberry Cake and the Raspberry Cake has non-permitted color additive and allergen, cochineal red A (also known as ponceau 4R).
Food allergen labelling is required by US law for the nine major allergens. A product recalled for an undeclared allergen is only a risk to people with that allergy; everyone else can consume it safely.
Product as listed by the FDA
Strawberry Filled Cake, 21.9 oz (1lb 6oz) (620g), UPC 3 760147 195867
Where it was distributed
CA
Questions about this recall
Is Strawberry Filled Cake recalled?
Yes. Authentic Gourmet recalled Strawberry Filled Cake on 13 Jul 2012. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-1969-2012.
Why was it recalled?
The recall was initiated because Authentic Gourmet was alerted by FDA sample analysis that the Strawberry Cake and the Raspberry Cake has non-permitted color additive and allergen, cochineal red A (also known as ponceau 4R).
Which lots are affected?
Lot # FR110803DD
Where was it sold?
CA
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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