The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-1568-2019·Announced 2019-07-24

ADM Recalls Gigantic Flour Due to Potential E. coli O26 Presence

ADM is recalling Gigantic Flour 50lbs (Lot 8346BF) due to the potential presence of E. coli O26. The product was distributed to various retailers and commercial bakeries.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which mandates a minimum severity score of 4 according to the rubric. Additionally, E. coli O26 is a high-risk pathogen.

Plain-English summary

ADM - Chicago is recalling Gigantic Flour 50lbs, Product Code 701220, Lot # 8346BF. The recall is issued due to the potential presence of E. coli O26. The product was manufactured by ADM - Chicago.

The distribution of the recalled product varied by brand and channel. Baker's Corner product was sold at ALDI stores in 11 states: Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, and West Virginia. King Arthur product was distributed through retailers and distributors nationwide, excluding sales through the King Arthur website, Baker’s Catalogue, or the Baker’s Store in Norwich, VT. Pillsbury Best bread Flour was distributed to retailers and distributors in 10 states: Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Pillsbury 50# product was distributed through warehouses in New York and Pennsylvania to food service. Miss Minneapolis product was sent to commercial bakeries in New York and Pennsylvania. Gold Medal product was sent to a commercial bakery in Massachusetts. Commander Flour was distributed in New York, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. Dominator Flour was distributed in New York and Pennsylvania. Sir Lancelot Flour was distributed in New York and Ohio. SpringUp flour was distributed in New York and Pennsylvania. Dellalo HG Pizza Flour was distributed in Pennsylvania.

Consumers should check their pantries for the specific product code and lot number listed above. If found, the product should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
Gigantic Flour 50lbs Product Code 701220 Lot #: 8346BF
Manufacturer
ADM - CHICAGO

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)

  • Gigantic Flour Product Code 701220 Lot #: 8346BF ADM Order number: 12269

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 14 states specifically:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 20 recalled by ADM - CHICAGO 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.

See all 20 products in this recall →