Mars Recalls Uncle Ben's Rice Pilaf Due to Mild Flushing Reports
Mars Food US is recalling Uncle Ben's Infused Rice Pilaf after reports of mild flushing reactions that resolved within two hours.
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, but the reported symptoms were mild flushing that resolved within two hours, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity voluntary precautionary recall without significant injury reports.
Plain-English summary
Mars Food US is voluntarily recalling Uncle Ben's Infused Rice Pilaf, 5 LB (2.27kg) packages, distributed by MARS foodservices US. The recall involves 32,778 units distributed nationwide. All codes are affected.
The recall was initiated due to reports of mild flushing reactions after consumers consumed the product. These reports led to concerns about a possible production issue. The source text notes that the flushing condition resolved itself within two hours for those affected.
Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and contact the distributor for further instructions. No illnesses or injuries beyond the reported mild flushing have been mentioned in the source text.
The recalled product
- Product
- Uncle Ben's (R), Infused(R) Rice Pilaf, net weight 5 LB (2.27kg), Distributed by MARS foodservices US, P.O. Box 11547, Carson, CA 90749-11547
- Manufacturer
- Mars Food US
- Category
- Food — Rice / Grains
- Hazard
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)
- All codes
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 7 recalled by Mars Food US under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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