The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1373-2023·Announced 2023-08-16

Semolina Gemelli Pasta Recall for Undeclared Wheat Allergen

Bellingham Pasta Co. is recalling Semolina Gemelli pasta because the label does not declare wheat, a major allergen, despite wheat being an ingredient. Consumers with wheat allergies should not consume this product.

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: This recall involves allergen mislabeling of a common allergen (wheat) without reported illnesses. Per the FDA severity rubric, allergen mislabeling on common allergens without reported illness qualifies as High severity (3). The product is classified as FDA Class II.

Plain-English summary

Bellingham Pasta Co. is recalling Semolina Gemelli pasta, net weight 13 oz., packaged in clear clamshell plastic containers. The affected product has Best By dates of 7/12, 7/15, or 7/19, and carries UPC 8 98975 00227 9.

The product label declares semolina flour as an ingredient but fails to declare wheat, which is present. Wheat is a major allergen that must be clearly labeled on food packages for consumer safety.

The pasta was distributed in Washington state. Consumers who have wheat allergies or sensitivities should not consume this product and should discard it or return it to the point of purchase. No illnesses have been reported to date.

The recalled product

Product
Semolina Gemelli, net wt. 13oz. Product is packaged in a clear clamshell plastic container. Label declares: Fresh & Hand Crafted Bellingham Pasta Co. Ingredients Semolina Flour, Water, Egg, dusted with Brown Rice Flour. Keep Refrigerated. UPC 8 98975 00227 9.
Manufacturer
Bellingham Pasta Co
Hazard
  • allergen-wheat
  • mis-labeling

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