Agency classClass IOur severity:Severe FDA (Food)·F-0214-2021·Announced 2021-01-27

Spinach and Orzo Pasta Kit Recalled Due to Missing Egg Allergens on Scale Label

The Spinach and Orzo Pasta Kit was recalled because eggs were not listed on the scale label at retail stores, creating a potential allergen cross-contamination risk.

The agency’s classification

FDA (Food): Class I

Class I is a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classified this recall as Class I — a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. On that classification alone this is scored Severe; a score of Critical is reserved for recalls where a death or serious injury was reported. The agency gives the reason as: "Contain Eggs was not listed on scale label printed at retail stores. Label does state that the product May contain any of the eight allergen that are listed out on the label,"

Plain-English summary

The Spinach and Orzo Pasta Kit was recalled by GH Foods CA LLC because the scale label at retail stores did not list eggs as an ingredient. Although the product label notes it may contain any of eight allergens, the failure to declare eggs on the scale label poses a potential allergen exposure risk for individuals with egg sensitivities.

Consumers are encouraged to check their inventory and dispose of any unopened or opened containers purchased after the recall period. Those with egg allergies should avoid using this product until further safety information is provided. No illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall.

The recalled product

Product: Spinach and Orzo Pasta Kit 2/5 lb. UPC: 20826766840209 Sold at Whole Foods Stores
Manufacturer: GH Foods CA LLC
Category: Food — Ready-to-Eat
Hazard: allergen-mislabeling

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 (3)

Best by dates from December 12
2020 -January 2
2021

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 6 recalled by GH Foods CA LLC 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.

See all 6 products in this recall →

Same manufacturer · GH Foods CA LLC

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