Whole Foods Market Voluntarily Recalls Assorted Cookie Platters Sold in Arizona, Southern California, Hawaii and Nevada Due to Undeclared Nut Allergens

Contact:
Consumer:
512-477-5566 ext. 20060

Media:
Michael.Silverman@wholefoods.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — January 5, 2015 —LOS ANGELES —Whole Foods Market is recalling its Assorted Cookie Platters, All Sizes for the presence of an undeclared nut allergens. The recalled cookie platters were sold in Whole Foods Market stores in Arizona, Southern California, Hawaii and Nevada in a round, clear plastic container with black plastic base and Whole Foods Market label beginning November 24, 2014, with the following PLUs:

• PLU# 243868 – “Cookie Platter Small” sell by dates up to January 7, 2015
• PLU# 243873 – “Cookie Platter Medium” sell by dates up to January 7, 2015
• PLU# 247661 – “Cookie Platter Large” sell by dates up to January 7, 2015

One illness has been reported at this time. Signage is posted to notify customers of this recall, and all affected product has been removed from shelves. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to nuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Customers who have purchased this product from Whole Foods Market stores are urged to discard the product and bring their receipt to the store for a full refund. Consumers with questions should contact their local store or call 512-477-5566 ext. 20060 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. EST.