Markets of Meijer Pretzel Hamburger Bun, 4 Count, Nt.wt
What you need to know
Class I
What happened
Source of whey powder ingredient is not identified as milk and the allergen statement does not include milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the…
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
Stop applying or using the product. Check the UPC and lot codes below, then return it to the retailer or contact the manufacturer about a refund or replacement.
Meijer Distribution, INCGrand Rapids, MI, United States
UPC / barcodes
0 41250 00560 2
Lot / date codes
all products with a sell date through 1/15/2014
Distribution area
IN
Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Ohio Food Banks in
United States
Quantity affected
Approx 8837 for all products
Recall initiation
FDA report date: March 19, 2014
FDA recall number
F-1645-2014
Beyond the headline
The recall, in context
Meijer Distribution, INC initiated this cosmetics recall on January 11, 2014. The FDA enforcement report states: Source of whey powder ingredient is not identified as milk and the allergen statement does not include milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. The FDA report lists distribution as: Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Ohio Food Banks in.
The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Source of whey powder ingredient is not identified as milk and the allergen statement does not include milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
Markets of Meijer Pretzel Hamburger Bun, 4 Count, Nt.wt was made or distributed by Meijer Distribution, INC in Grand Rapids, MI, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1645-2014, dated March 19, 2014.
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
Stop using it
Set the product aside and do not apply it.
2
Check the codes
Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.
3
Return or discard
Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.
Consumer safety guide
Undeclared milk
Symptoms to watch for
Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a milk 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 cow's milk allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.
What to do now
1Do not eat the product if you have a milk allergy.
2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis.
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
4 answers
What is the Markets of Meijer Pretzel Hamburger Bun, 4 Count, Nt.wt recall?
Meijer Distribution, INC recalled Markets of Meijer Pretzel Hamburger Bun, 4 Count, Nt.wt in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-1645-2014. Source of whey powder ingredient is not identified as milk and the allergen statement does not include milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the…
What should I do if I bought this product?
Stop applying or using the product. Check the UPC and lot codes below, then return it to the retailer or contact the manufacturer about a refund or replacement. Do not eat the product if you have a milk 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 Meijer Distribution, INC 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-1645-2014. 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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