Organic Aussie Bites recalled for undeclared gluten content
Best Express Foods is recalling Universal Bakery Organic Aussie Bites due to undeclared gluten. Products labeled as gluten-free were found to contain gluten above regulatory limits.
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 is an FDA Class II allergen mislabeling recall involving undeclared gluten in a product marketed as gluten-free. No illnesses or injuries have been reported. Per the severity rubric, allergen mislabeling of common allergens without reported illness is classified as High.
Plain-English summary
Best Express Foods, Inc. is recalling Universal Bakery Organic Aussie Bites (30 oz clamshell containers) because the products are labeled as gluten-free but contain gluten above the FDA's 20 ppm limit for gluten-free claims. This determination was made through consumer advocacy group testing.
Affected lot numbers include 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 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 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 134 05 24, BEF2 137 05 24, BEF2 142 05 24, and BEF2 143 05 24. The recalled products were distributed in the United States to California, Colorado, Arizona, Washington, Utah, Texas, New Jersey, Maryland, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Georgia, and Florida, as well as to Canada. Approximately 1,419,075 units are affected.
Gluten can cause serious health effects in people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. Consumers who have purchased this product and have celiac disease or gluten sensitivity should stop consuming it and dispose of it safely. Those with concerns should consult their healthcare provider.
The recalled product
- Product
- Universal Bakery Organic Aussie Bites, 30 oz clamshell container USDA Organic Certified Gluten Free Rolled Oats, Dried Apricots, Flax Seeds, Sunflower Seeds, Honey, Coconut, Quinoa, Chia Seeds + More! INGREDIENTS: Organic Rolled Oats, Organic Oat Flour, Organic Invert Cane Sugar
- Manufacturer
- Best Express Foods, Inc.
- Category
- Food — Baked Goods / Snacks
- Hazard
- allergen-gluten
- mis-labeling
Distribution
Distributed in 13 states:
- AZ
- CA
- CO
- FL
- GA
- IL
- MD
- MI
- MN
- NJ
- TX
- UT
- WA
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