RECALL RECORD — CLASS IRecall closedF-0633-2013/FDA enforcement

Starbucks Brand Protein Bistro Box

What you need to know

Class I
  • What happened

    Firm used recalled 0.5 oz., single serve squeeze packs of Honey Peanut Butter in their Starbucks Brand Protein Bistro Packs which have been implicated in the Sunland Inc recall.

  • Health risk

    The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameHonolulu Baking Company, LTD.
Recalling firmHonolulu Baking Company, LTD.Honolulu, HI, United States
UPC / barcodes
7 62111 88150 28 94455 00039 1
Lot / date codes
  • Enjoy By Dates of 9-2-10 - 3-28-12 and 9-1-12 - 10-1-12. for Bistro Boxes. Best Buy Dates for peanut packets: 4/11/11 _ 12/7/12
  • 7/27/13 and 7/29/13.
Distribution area
HI

HI distribution only on island of Oahu.

United States

Quantity affected146, 311 boxes since 9/1/2010
Recall initiationFDA report date: November 14, 2012
FDA recall numberF-0633-2013

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Honolulu Baking Company, LTD. initiated this food recall on October 5, 2012. The FDA enforcement report states: Firm used recalled 0.5 oz., single serve squeeze packs of Honey Peanut Butter in their Starbucks Brand Protein Bistro Packs which have been implicated in the Sunland Inc recall. The FDA report lists distribution as: HI distribution only on island of Oahu.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Firm used recalled 0.5 oz., single serve squeeze packs of Honey Peanut Butter in their Starbucks Brand Protein Bistro Packs which have been implicated in the Sunland Inc recall.

Starbucks Brand Protein Bistro Box was made or distributed by Honolulu Baking Company, LTD. in Honolulu, HI, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0633-2013, dated November 14, 2012.

Why this is a Class I recall

Class I means the product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death.

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 UPC and lot code 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 peanut

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a peanut 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 peanut allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a peanut 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 Starbucks Brand Protein Bistro Box recall?

Honolulu Baking Company, LTD. recalled Starbucks Brand Protein Bistro Box in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-0633-2013. Firm used recalled 0.5 oz., single serve squeeze packs of Honey Peanut Butter in their Starbucks Brand Protein Bistro Packs which have been implicated in the Sunland Inc recall.

What are the symptoms of Undeclared peanut exposure?

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a peanut allergy.

How quickly can Undeclared peanut symptoms appear?

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

Who is most at risk from Undeclared peanut?

People with a diagnosed peanut allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Do not eat the product if you have a peanut 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.

How do I get a refund from Honolulu Baking Company, LTD.?

Contact the recalling company or the retailer where you purchased the product, quote the FDA recall number and ask about a refund or replacement. Keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase where possible. The FDA does not issue consumer refunds. Reference FDA recall F-0633-2013 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Honolulu Baking Company, LTD. recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-0633-2013. 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.