The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0605-2024·Announced 2023-12-27

Frozen pizza recalled for undeclared wheat allergen

Shakespeare's Pizza recalls Four Cheese Pizza due to undeclared wheat allergen. The product was distributed in Missouri, Kansas, and through online sales.

What this means for you

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: FDA Class II allergen recall for undeclared wheat, a common allergen. No illnesses or injuries were reported. Wheat allergen mislabeling meets the rubric criterion for High severity.

Plain-English summary

Shakespeare's Pizza, Inc. is recalling 9,165 units of Four Cheese Pizza (25 oz) because the product contains undeclared wheat. All lots are included in the recall. The product is identified by UPC 686 148 000 050 and distributed in packs of 20 per case.

Wheat is a common allergen and must be clearly labeled on food products. Consumers with wheat allergies or sensitivities who consume this undeclared product risk experiencing an allergic reaction.

The recalled product was distributed to retail stores in Missouri and Kansas, and also sold directly to consumers through online channels. The recalling firm initiated this recall voluntarily on December 7, 2023. The recall was terminated on May 2, 2024.

Consumers with a wheat allergy who have purchased this product should not consume it. Those seeking further information about the recall should contact Shakespeare's Pizza, Inc., or the FDA.

The recalled product

Product
Shakespeare's Pizza, Four Cheese Pizza, 25 oz, Keep Frozen; UPC 686 148 000 050; pack size 20 per case.
Manufacturer
Shakespeare's Pizza, Inc.
Hazard
  • allergen-wheat

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)

  • All lots

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

  • KS
  • MO