The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1451-2014·Announced 2014-02-05

Mars Recalls Uncle Ben's Mexican Flavor Rice Due to Flushing Reports

Mars Food US is recalling Uncle Ben's Infused Rice Mexican Flavor due to reports of flushing reactions after consumption.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and involves a voluntary precautionary response to reported flushing reactions without confirmed serious injury or death, fitting the Moderate criteria.

Plain-English summary

Mars Food US is voluntarily recalling Uncle Ben's Infused Rice Mexican Flavor, 5 lb bags. The recall involves 1,680 cases of 2 units each. The product was distributed in Illinois, Oklahoma, Idaho, California, Wisconsin, and Texas.

The firm initiated the recall after receiving reports of flushing reactions following consumption of the product. These reports led to concern regarding a possible production issue. The specific code for the affected product is 332DMGRV01.

Consumers who have this product should stop using it and contact the distributor for further instructions or a refund. The product is distributed by MARS Foodservices US in Rancho Dominguez, California.

The recalled product

Product
Uncle Ben's (R), Infused(R) Rice Mexican Flavor rice, NET WT 5 LB (2.27 kg), distributed by MARS Foodservices US, P.O. Box 5059, Rancho Dominguez, CA 90224-5059
Manufacturer
Mars Food US

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 (1)

  • 332DMGRV01

Distribution

Distributed in 6 states: