The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0960-2020·Announced 2020-06-03

Ritz Cheese Cracker Sandwiches Recalled for Undeclared Peanut Allergen

Mondelez Global LLC is recalling Ritz Cheese Cracker Sandwiches, Family Size, due to undeclared peanut allergen. The product was distributed throughout the United States.

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: The recall involves allergen mislabeling on a common allergen (peanut), which corresponds to a severity score of 3 (High) per the rubric, as no illnesses or injuries are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Mondelez Global LLC is recalling a limited quantity of RITZ Cheese Cracker Sandwiches, Family Size (21.6 oz. carton), in the United States. The recall is being conducted because the product contains an undeclared peanut allergen.

The affected product is identified by UPC 0 44000 03826 7 and has best-by dates of 18SEP20, 20SEP20, 28SEP20, 29SEP20, 30SEP20, 01OCT20, and 02OCT20. A total of 9,110 cases were distributed throughout the United States.

Consumers with a peanut allergy should avoid consuming this product. Those who have purchased the affected items should check their pantry for the specific UPC and best-by dates listed above and dispose of the product or contact the manufacturer for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
RITZ Cheese Cracker Sandwiches , Family Size , (21.6 oz. carton)
Affected units
9,110

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.