Whole Foods Market Recalls Macaroni and Cheese for Undeclared Egg
Whole Foods Market is recalling specific macaroni and cheese products due to a potential undeclared egg allergen. Consumers in five states and D.C. should check their products.
What this means for you
Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The FDA has classified this recall as Class I, which per the rubric mandates a severity score of 5 (Critical) due to the potential for serious adverse health consequences from undeclared allergens.
Plain-English summary
Whole Foods Market is voluntarily recalling certain varieties of macaroni and cheese, including chef's case items, clear plastic container packages, and online/catering products. The recall is issued because the products may contain undeclared egg, a major food allergen. Affected product codes begin with 286501, 263608, 114449, or 109866, and best-by dates extend through October 28, 2020.
The recall covers approximately 580.91 units distributed in Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. The FDA has classified this as a Class I recall, which is the most serious type, indicating a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to the product may cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
Consumers who have purchased these specific products should check their best-by dates and product codes. If the items match the description, consumers should stop using them and contact Whole Foods Market for a refund or further instructions. Individuals with an egg allergy should be particularly cautious and avoid consuming any product that may contain undeclared egg.
The recalled product
- Product
- Macaroni & Cheese, chef s case; Macaroni & Cheese, packaged in clear plastic container; Macaroni & Cheese, online and catering product code begins with 286501, 263608, 114449, or 109866
- Manufacturer
- Whole Foods Market
- Category
- Food — Prepared Foods
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Lot numbers (1)
- Best by dates through 10/28/2020
Distribution
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 7 recalled by Whole Foods Market under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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