The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-1331-2019·Announced 2019-05-15

Laduree Frozen Poppy Seed Bread Recalled for Elevated Morphine and Codeine

Laduree USA is recalling frozen poppy seed bread containing elevated levels of morphine and codeine. The product was distributed to warehouses and restaurants in Washington DC and New York.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and involves the presence of controlled substances (morphine and codeine) in food, which poses a significant health risk and fits the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Laduree USA is voluntarily recalling specific lots of Frozen Poppy Seed Bread (57 grams) due to the presence of elevated levels of morphine and codeine. The affected product is identified by Manufacturer Lot Codes 06102018 and 22112018, and Consignee Assigned Lot Codes 09023E and 090063E. The product carries UPC Code 0103556420003673.

The recall involves 51.5 cases that were consumed and 128.5 cases still in the firm's possession, with each case containing 120 pieces of bread. The product was distributed from a New Jersey warehouse to two California warehouses and to restaurants in Washington DC and New York. The firm states that the affected product was not further distributed to any California restaurants.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their lot codes against the information provided. If the lot codes match, consumers should not consume the product and should contact Laduree USA for further instructions. The FDA has classified this recall as Class II, indicating a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to the violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

The recalled product

Product
Frozen Poppy Seed Bread (57 grams), UPC Codes: (01)03556420003673(15)191122(10)181122(91)0937326, Lot 22112018
Manufacturer
Laduree Usa

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)

  • Manufacturer Lot Codes: 06102018 & 22112018
  • Consignee Assigned Lot Codes 09023E & 090063E

Distribution

Distributed in 4 states: