The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-1569-2019·Announced 2019-07-24

ADM Recalls H&R Flour Due to Potential E. coli O26 Presence

ADM is recalling H&R Flour 50lb bags due to potential E. coli O26 presence. The product was distributed to retailers and food service locations in multiple states.

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 severity score of at least 4 per the rubric. Additionally, E. coli O26 is a high-risk pathogen.

Plain-English summary

ADM - Chicago is recalling H&R Flour (Hotel and Restaurant) 50lb bags, Product Code 706220, due to the potential presence of E. coli O26. The recall involves Lot # 8313BF.

The affected flour was distributed through various channels, including retailers and distributors nationwide for King Arthur product, and to specific states for other brands such as Baker's Corner, Pillsbury Best, and Miss Minneapolis. Distribution included food service locations and commercial bakeries in states including New York, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and others.

Consumers should check their pantries for the specific product code and lot number listed in the recall notice. If the product is found, it should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase. No specific instructions for disposal or refund are provided in the source text.

The recalled product

Product
H&R Flour (Hotel and Restaurant) 50lb bags Product Codes 706220
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)

  • Product Code 706220 Lot #: 8313BF

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 →