Mars Recalls Uncle Ben's Saffron Rice Due to Mild Flushing Reports
Mars Food US is recalling Uncle Ben's Infused Rice Saffron Flavor 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 agency classified this as FDA Class II. The reported hazard is a mild flushing reaction that resolved within two hours, fitting the criteria for moderate severity involving low-risk contamination or voluntary precautionary measures without severe injury.
Plain-English summary
Mars Food US is recalling Uncle Ben's Infused Rice Saffron Flavor, 5 LB (2.27kg) packages, distributed by MARS foodservices US. The recall involves 43,004 units (2 units per case) distributed nationwide. All codes are affected.
The recall was initiated following reports of mild flushing reactions after consumption of the product. These reports led to concern regarding a possible production issue. The flushing condition reported in the source text resolved itself within two hours.
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the distributor for further instructions. The source text does not specify a return address or refund policy beyond the distributor's contact information.
The recalled product
- Product
- Uncle Ben's (R), Infused(R) Rice Saffron Flavor, 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
- 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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