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Joy Gourmet Foods LLC. — Class II: Joy Pineapple Lassi 16 oz.

MediumPublished Jul 1, 2026· AI-analyzed Jul 6, 2026View original FDA source

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What happened

Joy Gourmet Foods LLC. has initiated a Class II recall for its 16 oz. Joy Pineapple Lassi due to inadequate pasteurization of the product. The enforcement action is currently classified as ongoing.

Who it affects

This affects Joy Gourmet Foods LLC., beverage manufacturers utilizing pasteurization processes, and quality/compliance personnel overseeing dairy-based or lassi products.

Why it matters

Failure to achieve adequate pasteurization temperatures or hold times poses a risk of microbial survival in dairy-based beverages. This Class II designation suggests that while the health hazard is not considered immediate or life-threatening, the processing deviation represents a significant breach of food safety standards that requires remediation of thermal processing controls.

Practical takeaway

Quality teams should review thermal processing validation data for acidified or cultured beverage lines. Ensure that pasteurization equipment is calibrated and that critical control points (CCPs) for time and temperature are monitored and documented in accordance with food safety plans.

FDA source material

Class II. Reason: Product not adequately pasteurized. Product: Joy Pineapple Lassi 16 oz.. Firm: Joy Gourmet Foods LLC. (Maspeth NY United States). Status: Ongoing.

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Joy Gourmet Foods LLC. — Class II: Joy Pineapple Lassi 16 oz.

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