The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1245-2024·Announced 2024-05-08

International Bread Pita Chips Recalled for Undeclared Wheat Allergen

International Bread Pita Chips are being recalled because the product label lists flour as an ingredient but fails to disclose that wheat is a sub-ingredient of the flour, a major allergen.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This recall involves allergen mislabeling on a common allergen (wheat). Per the severity rubric, allergen mislabeling on common allergens without reported illness is classified as High (3).

Plain-English summary

International Pita Bread, Inc. is recalling 587 boxes of International Bread Pita Chips in 10-ounce retail clamshell containers and 10-pound bulk bags. The recall is due to labeling that declares flour as an ingredient but does not specify that wheat is a sub-ingredient of the flour.

Wheat is a major food allergen. Consumers with wheat allergies or sensitivity who are unaware of the wheat content may unknowingly consume the product and experience allergic reactions.

The recalled product was distributed to California retailers. No illnesses or injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

The recalled product

Product
International Bread Pita Chips Retail Clamshell Container: 10oz., Bulk bag: 10lbs. Garlic Baked Pita Chips: 6 81942 22111 3
Manufacturer
INTERNATIONAL PITA BREAD, INC.
Category
Food — Baked Snacks
Hazard
  • allergen-wheat
  • mis-labeling

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • No codes on product.

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

  • CA

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