Bob's Red Mill Organic Creamy Wheat Hot Cereal Recalled for Undeclared Wheat
Bob's Red Mill is recalling Organic Creamy Wheat Hot Cereal because the back label incorrectly identifies the product as muffins, failing to declare wheat.
What this means for you
Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class III, which indicates the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. The hazard is a labeling error regarding undeclared wheat, which fits the criteria for moderate severity involving minor labeling errors.
Plain-English summary
Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods, Inc. is recalling 469 cases of Organic Creamy Wheat Hot Cereal, Item number 6097C244. The product is packaged in 24 oz bags, with 4 bags per case, and carries the UPC 3997800992. The affected units have a "BEST BY" date of 10 JAN 2020.
The recall is due to a labeling error where the back of the package is mistakenly labeled as "Outrageous Muffins." This incorrect label declares organic soy flour but fails to list wheat in the ingredients statement, despite the product containing wheat. The front label correctly identifies the product as Organic Creamy Wheat Hot Cereal.
The product was distributed in California, Florida, Illinois, Oregon, and Washington. Consumers with this product should check the back label for the "Outrageous Muffins" text and the specific "BEST BY" date. Individuals with a wheat allergy or celiac disease should avoid consuming the product if the label is incorrect.
The recalled product
- Product
- Organic Creamy Wheat Hot Cereal, Item number 6097C244, Pack size: 24 oz bag, 4 bags in a case. UPC: 3997800992
- Manufacturer
- Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods, Inc.
- Category
- Food — Cereal
- Affected units
- 469
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: 10 JAN 2020
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