Dierbergs Kitchen Mac & Cheese recalled for undeclared wheat allergen
Dierbergs Markets recalls 298 packages of Mac & Cheese due to labeling errors that fail to disclose wheat allergens. The product was distributed to Missouri and Illinois retailers with a use-by date of 1/9/2025.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class II
Class II is a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.
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 3/5 (High).
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: Wheat is a common allergen and this recall meets the Score 3 criterion for 'Allergen mislabeling on common allergens.' No hospitalizations or illnesses are reported, which would be required for a higher severity score.
Plain-English summary
Dierbergs Markets, Inc. is recalling 298 packages of Dierbergs Kitchen Mac & Cheese packaged in 16-ounce black plastic containers with clear lids. The product has incorrect labels that fail to disclose the presence of wheat allergens.
The recalled product was distributed to retail locations in Missouri and Illinois. The affected packages are marked with a use-by date of 1/9/2025 and UPC code 231220-006538.
Wheat is a major food allergen. Consumers who purchased this product and have wheat allergies or sensitivities should not consume it and should return it to the place of purchase for a refund.
The recalled product
- Product
- Dierbergs Kitchen 16 oz Mac & Cheese packaged in a black plastic container with a clear plastic lid with a white label, The label states "Dierbergs Kitchen Homestyle Mashed Potatoes UPC 231220-006538"
- Manufacturer
- Dierbergs Markets, Inc.
- Category
- Food — Prepared Foods
- Affected units
- 298
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)
- Use by date 1/9/2025
Distribution
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