The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1144-2013·Announced 2013-03-20

Whole Foods Recalls 365 Organic Orzo Due to Egg Allergen

Whole Foods Market is recalling 365 Organic Orzo because testing detected egg protein in the product, posing a risk to individuals with egg allergies.

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 (egg) on a common allergen, 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

Whole Foods Market is recalling 56 cases (1,120 cartons) of 365 Organic Orzo, 16oz, 20 carton/case, due to the presence of egg protein. The recall involves Lot 142251, identified by UPC Code 0 99482 43112 9. The product was distributed in Alabama, the District of Columbia, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.

The recall was initiated after the manufacturer received an initial positive result for egg protein in a regularly scheduled test. Although this result occurred after the product had shipped, the manufacturer conducted further testing upon receiving a second positive result. The product had been held at distribution centers at the manufacturer's request.

Consumers with an egg allergy should not consume this product. Individuals who purchased this specific lot should check their pantry for the product and dispose of it or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
365 Organic Orzo, 16oz, 20 carton/case
Manufacturer
Whole Foods Market

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 (2)

  • UPC Code: 0 99482 43112 9
  • Lot Code: Lot 142251

Distribution

Distributed in 10 states: