The state Department of Health’s Food and Drug Branch is alerting residentsabout a recall issued by Mondelēz Global LLC of its RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches (eight-pack, 20-pack and 40-pack cartons) and RITZ Filled Cracker Sandwich Variety Pack (20-pack) because the individually wrapped packs may be incorrectly labeled as the cheese variety, even though the product within may be the peanut butter variety.
The outer cartons are labeled correctly and provide an allergen advisory statement, but the individually wrapped packs do not indicate that the product contains peanuts.
The recalled products were distributed nationwide, including supermarkets and retailers in Hawaii. FDB is inspecting local stores to ensure that the recalled products are no longer available for sale.
The FDB advises consumers to verify if they purchased the recalled products based on UPC, Best When Used By date, and Plant Code markings on the label.
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People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts may run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume or are exposed to the product.
Allergies to peanuts can also cause anaphylaxis, a reaction that narrows the airway and can block breathing.
To date, there have been no reports of illness or adverse events attributed to the recalled products.
Consumers may contact Mondelez Global LLC at 1-844-366-1171 for additional recall information 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Mondelez Global LLC consumer relations specialists are also available Monday through Friday from 3 a.m. to noon HST at the same number.