The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1463-2019·Announced 2019-06-26

Pearl Barley Recalled for Incorrect Gluten-Free Labeling

Bedessee Imports is recalling National Heartland Naturals Pearl Barley because it was mistakenly labeled gluten-free despite containing gluten.

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 (gluten) on a common allergen, which corresponds to a severity score of 3 (High) per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Bedessee Imports, Inc. is recalling National Heartland Naturals Premium Quality Pearl Barley, 32 oz Plastic Bag (UPC 707966600083). The recall involves 32 cartons, with 12 packs in each carton. The product was distributed in New York and New Jersey.

The recall was initiated because the product was labeled as gluten-free by mistake, but it actually contains gluten. The specific code for the affected product is 196J1-32, with a date of June 30, 2022.

Consumers who purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific UPC and code listed above. If they have the product, they should stop using it and contact the recalling firm for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
National Heartland Naturals Premium Quality Pearl Barley 32 oz Plastic Bag, UPC 707966600083

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)

  • 196J1-32
  • JUNE 30
  • 2022

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

Same manufacturer · Bedessee Imports, Inc

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