Breakfast snack packs sold at Kroger and Major stores in 13 states have been recalled as they contain wheat and eggs that are not listed on the label. US Food and Drug Administration.
The recall was distributed to Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Mississippi, Mississippi, Ohio, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Naturipe. Includes 694 cases of “buddy, berry and pancakes.” Berry, based in Salinas, California, is listed in the recall.
US Food and Drug Administration
Recalled products, usually found in the refrigerated sections of stores, produce or deli departments, are offered in 2.1 oz. /60 grams, colored plastic package marked with lot #1097901 on top, expiration date 2/25/2025.
People with allergies or sensitivity to wheat or eggs should not consume recalled products, instead either throw them away or come back for a refund. Anyone with questions can call 1-239-598-6045 or email info@naturipefarms.com.
The recall came after it was determined that the wrong back label was placed on the back of the package due to a production failure that was not fixed, the recall notice states.
An estimated 8% of American children, or about 1 in 13 children, and 6% of adults suffer from food allergies, with reactions occurring within minutes or hours, ranging from mild to life-threatening Symptoms are occurring.
According to the US Department of Agriculture, nine major causes of food allergies in the United States are milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy and sesame seeds. The USDA and FDA have laws requiring that all ingredients in a food be listed on a label.
