The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall on several Ritz cracker products sold in grocery stores across the United States. The recall is due to mislabeling that results in an undeclared allergen. The recalled items include 8-count, 20-count, and 40-count packs of Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches, as well as the 20-count Ritz Filled Cracker Sandwich Variety Pack.
Some individually wrapped packs in these cartons may be mislabeled as the Cheese variety even though they contain Peanut Butter. “People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts may risk serious or life-threatening allergic reactions by consuming this product,” the FDA stated. The mislabeled Ritz Cheese Cracker sandwich packs have a UPC of “0 44000 00211 4” and best-by dates ranging from “1 NOV 25” through “9 NOV 25” and “2 JAN 26” through “22 JAN 26.”
No illnesses or reactions have been reported so far.
Recalling mislabeled Ritz products
However, the FDA advises consumers to dispose of the affected products or return them to the place of purchase for a possible refund. Questions about this recall can be directed to the company at 1-844-366-1171.
This recall highlights the importance of checking food labels and being aware of potential allergens, especially for those with severe food allergies. Peanut allergies can cause severe symptoms such as anaphylaxis in some individuals. The FDA provides more information about this and other food recalls on its official website.
If you experience severe allergic reactions like hives, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, throat tightness, or cardiac arrest, call 911 immediately.