The parent company of Ritz crackers, Mondelēz Global LLC, is recalling certain sizes of Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches due to a labeling error that could trigger allergic reactions in individuals with peanut allergies. The affected cartons were produced in the United States and distributed nationwide. The issue involves packs that may be incorrectly labeled as “cheese” instead of the actual peanut butter variety, as confirmed by federal health authorities. According to a warning from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, individuals with a peanut allergy could face severe or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this mislabeled product. The specific recalled products and their details are as follows:
– 8-pack RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwich carton
UPC: 0 44000 88210 5
Best When Used By Dates: 1 NOV 25 – 9 NOV 25 — “AE” Plant Code Only
– 20-pack RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwich carton
UPC: 0 44000 07584 2
Best When Used By Dates: 1 NOV 25 – 9 NOV 25 and 2 JAN 26 – 22 JAN 26 — “AE” Plant Code Only
– 40-pack RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwich carton
UPC: 0 44000 07819 5
Best When Used By Dates: 1 NOV 25 – 9 NOV 25 and 2 JAN 26 – 22 JAN 26 — “AM” Plant Code Only
– 20-pack RITZ Filled Cracker Sandwich Variety Pack carton
UPC: 0 44000 08095 2
Best When Used By Dates: 2 NOV 25 – 9 NOV 25 — “RJ” Plant Code Only
Images of each affected product can be viewed on the FDA’s alert page. While no illnesses have been reported thus far, health officials recommend that individuals with a peanut allergy refrain from consuming these products and dispose of them properly. This recall does not affect any other varieties of Ritz crackers or products from Mondelēz Global LLC.
