The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1368-2023·Announced 2023-08-16

Semolina Vegan Rigatoni Pasta Recalled for Undeclared Wheat Allergen

Bellingham Pasta Co is recalling Semolina Vegan Rigatoni due to undeclared wheat allergen in the semolina flour ingredient.

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: Allergen mislabeling on wheat (a common allergen) without reported illness meets Score 3 criteria per the rubric. FDA Class II classification does not escalate severity absent hospitalization or illness reports.

Plain-English summary

Bellingham Pasta Co is recalling Semolina Vegan Rigatoni, a fresh pasta product sold in 13-ounce clear clamshell containers (UPC 898975002347). The label lists semolina flour as an ingredient but does not declare wheat as an allergen, despite semolina flour being made from wheat.

Semolina flour is derived from durum wheat and contains wheat protein. Consumers with wheat allergies, celiac disease, or wheat sensitivity who rely on ingredient lists to avoid wheat may consume this product believing it safe, creating a health risk.

The recalled product was distributed only in Washington state. Affected products carry best-by dates of July 12, July 15, or July 19. Consumers who have purchased this product and have a wheat allergy or sensitivity should not consume it and should discard it or return it to their retailer.

The recalled product

Product
Semolina Vegan Rigatoni, net wt. 13oz. Product is packaged in a clear clamshell plastic container. Label declares: Fresh & Hand Crafted Bellingham Pasta Co. Ingredients Semolina Flour, Water, dusted with Brown Rice Flour. Keep Refrigerated. UPC 8 98975 00234 7.
Manufacturer
Bellingham Pasta Co
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 (3)

  • Best By Dates 7/12
  • 7/15
  • and 7/19.

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

  • WA