ADM Recalls Bulk Flour Due to Potential E. coli O26 Presence
ADM is recalling bulk flour products due to the potential presence of E. coli O26. The affected flour was distributed to retailers and commercial bakeries 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 minimum severity score of 4 per the rubric. Additionally, E. coli O26 is a high-risk pathogen associated with serious health consequences.
Plain-English summary
ADM - Chicago is recalling approximately 833,941 pounds of bulk flour products, including Springup Flr Enr, Mt Bulk Flour, due to the potential presence of E. coli O26. The recall involves specific lots produced between November 5, 2018, and December 11, 2018, identified by Product Code 703020 and various ADM order numbers.
The affected flour was distributed to retailers, distributors, and commercial bakeries across 11 states, including Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, and West Virginia. Specific brands affected include Baker's Corner, King Arthur, Pillsbury Best, Miss Minneapolis, Gold Medal, Commander, Dominator, Sir Lancelot, SpringUp, and Dellalo HG Pizza Flour. No products were sold through the King Arthur website, Baker’s Catalogue, or the Baker’s Store in Norwich, VT.
Consumers who have purchased these products should check their pantries for the specific product codes and lot dates listed in the recall notice. If the product is found, consumers should stop using it and follow the instructions provided by the retailer or manufacturer for disposal or return.
The recalled product
- Product
- Springup Flr Enr, Mt Bulk Flour Product Code 703020
- Manufacturer
- ADM - CHICAGO
- Category
- Food — Flour
- 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 (20)
- Product Code 703020 ADM Order Number:641021
- 643784
- 643793
- 643792
- 643794
- 643795
- 704876
- 773747
- 773749
- 815501
- 815502
- 815503
- 815504
- 815505
- 815507
- 866478
- and 866487. Lots: 11/5/2018
- 11/5/2018
- 11/7/2018
- 11/9/2018
Distribution
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.
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