RECALL RECORD — CLASS IRecall closedF-1493-2014/FDA enforcement
Natures Best INC·Food·Jan 13, 2014

Pancake and Waffle Mix, 16 OZ

What you need to know

Class I
  • What happened

    Natures Best is recalling Kinnikinnick pancake and waffle products due to undeclared milk.

  • Health risk

    The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. An allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

  • 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 nameNatures Best INC
Recalling firmNatures Best INCChino, CA, United States
UPC / barcodes
6 20133 10512 220 140416 14041 620 140417 14041 720 140423 14042 320 140424 14042 420 140426 14042 620 140429 14042 920 140502 14050 220 140506 14050 620 140515 14051 520 140516 14051 620 140522 14052 2
Lot / date codes
  • Lot codes: 2014AL16 20140416 140416 2014AL17 20140417 140417 2014AL23 20140423 140423 2014AL24 20140424 140424 2014AL26 20140426 140426 2014AL29 20140429 140429 2014MA02 20140502 140502 2014MA06 20140506 140506 2014MA15 20140515 140515 2014MA16 20140516 140516 2014MA22 20140522 140522 2014MA30 20140530 140530 2014MA31 20140531 140531 2014JN03 20140603 140603 2014JN05 20140605 140605 2014JN10 20140610 140610 2014JN11 20140611 140611 2014JN13 20140613 140613 2014JN21 20140621 140621 2014JN28 20140628 140628 2014JL04 20140704 140704 140927* 2014SE27* 20140927* 2014OC15* 20141016* 2014OC16* 2014OC18* 141021* 2014OC21* 2014NO01* 2014NO07* 2014DE11* 2014NO05* 2014NO25*
Distribution area
Nationwide

Nationwide in US

United States

Quantity affected78 units
Recall initiationFDA report date: February 19, 2014
FDA recall numberF-1493-2014

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Natures Best INC initiated this food recall on January 13, 2014. The FDA enforcement report states: Natures Best is recalling Kinnikinnick pancake and waffle products due to undeclared milk. The FDA report lists distribution as: Nationwide in US.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Natures Best is recalling Kinnikinnick pancake and waffle products due to undeclared milk.

Pancake and Waffle Mix, 16 OZ was made or distributed by Natures Best INC in Chino, CA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1493-2014, dated February 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, an allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

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 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

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a milk 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 Pancake and Waffle Mix, 16 OZ recall?

Natures Best INC recalled Pancake and Waffle Mix, 16 OZ in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-1493-2014. Natures Best is recalling Kinnikinnick pancake and waffle products due to undeclared milk.

What are the symptoms of Undeclared milk exposure?

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

How quickly can Undeclared milk symptoms appear?

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

Who is most at risk from Undeclared milk?

People with a diagnosed cow's milk allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

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 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.

How do I get a refund from Natures Best INC?

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-1493-2014 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Natures Best 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-1493-2014. 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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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.