The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1669-2012·Announced 2012-07-04

Kellogg Recalls Queso Pringles Due to Potential Metal Fragment Contamination

Kellogg is recalling Queso Pringles in Mexico and Grenada because the flavoring ingredient may be contaminated with metal fragments.

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 a Class III recall, which is defined as unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. The hazard is potential metal fragment contamination, which is a low-risk physical contaminant in this context.

Plain-English summary

Kellogg Company is recalling Queso flavored Pringles in 40 gram and 139 gram sizes. The affected products were sent to distribution centers in Mexico and Grenada. The recall is being conducted because the flavoring ingredient used in the product may be contaminated with metal fragments.

The source text notes that Pringles processing includes metal fragment seasoning screening and finished product metal detection to 1.4 mm size. The recall is linked to a separate recall of the seasoning ingredient. The specific case identification numbers and brand numbers for the affected units are listed in the product metadata.

Consumers who have purchased these specific products should stop using them and follow the instructions provided by the recalling firm or regulatory authorities.

The recalled product

Product
Queso Pringles, 40 g , and Cont. Neto Net Weight: 139 g( 4.9 oz) Queso /Cheese; Busting with more Flavor "Ahora con Man Sabor"
Manufacturer
Kellogg Company
Affected units
4,584

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 (3)

  • Brand # 80208022
  • (139 G) Case Identification 2147166260
  • 2148166260 Brand # 80207887 ( 40 G) Case 2142166210

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.