Kowalski's Markets kalbi rub recalled for undeclared wheat
J and J Bunting, Inc. is recalling Kowalski's Markets kalbi rub because it contains wheat, which is not declared on the label.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class II
Class II is a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.
This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves allergen mislabeling on a common allergen (wheat), which meets the criteria for a High severity score.
Plain-English summary
J and J Bunting, Inc. is recalling Kowalski's Markets kalbi rub, Net Wt 5.5 oz. (155.9 g), UPC 79147-00243. The product is distributed by Kowalski's Markets in Woodbury, MN.
The recall was initiated because an ingredient contains wheat, which is not declared on the label. This mislabeling poses a risk to consumers with wheat allergies or celiac disease.
The recall involves 117 cases (12 glass jars per case) distributed in Minnesota. Affected products may bear the following codes: K587, L386, L470, M12, M345. Consumers should check their pantries for this product and stop using it if it matches the description.
The recalled product
- Product
- Kowalski's Markets kalbi rub. Net Wt 5.5 oz. (155.9 g), UPC 79147-00243. Distributed by: Kowalski's Markets, Woodbury, MN 55125
- Manufacturer
- J and J Bunting, Inc
- Category
- Food — Spices and Seasonings
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 (5)
- K587
- L386
- L470
- M12
- M345
Distribution
Distributed in 1 state:
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