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ACTIVE RECALL — CLASS IIActive recallF-1490-2024/FDA enforcement
Best Express Foods, INC.·Food·Jun 18, 2024

Universal Bakery Organic Aussie Bites, 30 OZ Clamshell Container USDA Organic Certified Gluten…

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    Potential undeclared gluten product is labeled as gluten free but consumer advocacy group testing revealed results above 20ppm for gluten.

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. Tree nuts such as almonds or walnuts were not declared, posing a risk to people with tree-nut allergy.

  • Action required

    Do not eat the product if you or someone in your household has a diagnosed allergy. Check the codes below, return it to the retailer for a refund, or dispose of it safely. Seek urgent care for signs of a severe allergic reaction.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameBest Express Foods, INC.
Recalling firmBest Express Foods, INC.Stockton, CA, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • Lot # BEF2 064 03 24 BEF2 066 03 24 BEF2 067 03 24 BEF2 068 03 24 BEF2 071 03 24 BEF2 072 03 24 BEF2 074 03 24 BEF2 078 03 24 BEF2 078 03 24 BEF2 081 03 24 BEF2 082 03 24 BEF2 085 03 24 BEF2 086 03 24 BEF2 089 03 24 BEF2 090 03 24 BEF2 092 04 24 BEF2 093 04 24 BEF2 094 04 24 BEF2 095 04 24 BEF2 096 04 24 BEF2 099 04 24 BEF2 100 04 24 BEF2 102 04 24 BEF2 106 04 24 BEF2 107 04 24 BEF2 108 04 24 BEF2 109 04 24 BEF2 115 04 24 BEF2 120 04 24 BEF2 120 04 24 BEF2 121 04 24 BEF2 122 04 24 BEF2 124 05 24 BEF2 127 05 24 BEF2 128 05 24 BEF2 130 05 24 BEF2 131 05 24 BEF2 131 05 24 BEF2 134 05 24 BEF2 137 05 24 BEF2 142 05 24 BEF2 143 05 24
Distribution area
CACOAZWAUTTXNJMDILMIMNGAFL

U.S. distribution to the following: CA, CO, AZ, WA, UT, TX, NJ, MD, IL, MI, MN, GA, FL Foreign distribution to the following: Canada

United States, Canada

Quantity affected1, 419, 075 units
Recall initiationFDA report date: July 31, 2024
FDA recall numberF-1490-2024

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Best Express Foods, INC. initiated this food recall on June 18, 2024. The FDA enforcement report states: Potential undeclared gluten product is labeled as gluten free but consumer advocacy group testing revealed results above 20ppm for gluten. The FDA report lists distribution as: U.S. distribution to the following: CA, CO, AZ, WA, UT, TX, NJ, MD, IL, MI, MN, GA, FL Foreign distribution to the following: Canada.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Potential undeclared gluten product is labeled as gluten free but consumer advocacy group testing revealed results above 20ppm for gluten.

Universal Bakery Organic Aussie Bites, 30 OZ Clamshell Container USDA Organic Certified Gluten… was made or distributed by Best Express Foods, INC. in Stockton, CA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1490-2024, dated July 31, 2024.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, an allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the lot and date codes against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Undeclared tree nuts

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, digestive symptoms or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a tree-nut allergy.

When symptoms may appear

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Higher-risk groups

People with a diagnosed tree-nut allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a tree-nut allergy.
  2. 2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis.
  3. 3Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Universal Bakery Organic Aussie Bites, 30 OZ Clamshell Container USDA Organic Certified Gluten… recall?

Best Express Foods, INC. recalled Universal Bakery Organic Aussie Bites, 30 OZ Clamshell Container USDA Organic Certified Gluten… in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1490-2024. Potential undeclared gluten product is labeled as gluten free but consumer advocacy group testing revealed results above 20ppm for gluten.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Do not eat the product if you or someone in your household has a diagnosed allergy. Check the codes below, return it to the retailer for a refund, or dispose of it safely. Seek urgent care for signs of a severe allergic reaction. Do not eat the product if you have a tree-nut allergy. Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

Is the Best Express Foods, INC. recall still active?

Yes. As of the latest FDA enforcement report, this recall is listed as ongoing. Check the official source record for the most current status before making a decision.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-1490-2024. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.