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Ben & Jerry's Chocolate Nougat Crunch Recalled

Pints of the ice cream-maker's Chocolate Nougat Crunch contain "undeclared peanuts or tree nuts."

, following a recall by Unilever, announced it removed from sale pints of Ben & Jerry’s Chocolate Nougat Crunch ice cream due to undeclared peanuts or tree nuts on the ingredient label.

The affected product has date codes of JUL1113BJ1, JUL1213BJ1, AUG0113BJ1,

AUG0213BJ1, AUG2313BJ1, AUG2413BJ1, AUG2513BJ1, SEP2013BJ1, SEP2113BJ1 or OCT2313BJ1 printed on the bottom of the pint. The following product is included in this recall:

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• Pints of Ben & Jerry’s Chocolate Nougat Crunch Ice Cream, UPC 7684020899

No illnesses have been reported to date, but people who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts or tree nuts may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. Customers who have purchased the product should discard any unused portions or bring their purchase receipt to Giant for a full refund.

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Symptoms of food allergies typically appear from within a few minutes to two hours after a person has eaten the food to which he or she is allergic. Allergic reactions can include: hives; flushed skin or rash; tingling or itchy sensation in the mouth; face, tongue, or lip swelling; vomiting and/or diarrhea; abdominal cramps; coughing or wheezing; dizziness and/or lightheadedness; swelling of the throat and vocal cords; difficulty breathing; loss of consciousness.

Consumers looking for additional information on the recall may call Unilever customer service at 877-270-7397. In addition customers may call Giant customer service at 888-814-4268 for more information. 

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