Universal Bakery Organic Aussie Bites Recall: Best Express Foods, Inc. - Gluten-free claim (May 2024)
Best Express Foods, Inc. is recalling Universal Bakery Organic Aussie Bites, 30 oz clamshell container. Product is labeled as gluten free but consumer advocacy group testing revealed results above 20ppm for gluten.
What you should do
- If you have coeliac disease or a medical need to avoid gluten, do not eat this product. People without a gluten-related condition are not at known risk.
Check your product
Compare the label on your package against every identifier below.
| Product | Size | Code info |
|---|---|---|
| Universal Bakery Organic Aussie Bites, 30 oz clamshell container | 12,538 units | 06/16/202408/01/2024BBDLOT#BEF20590224Lot#11304 |
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What happened
Product is labeled as gluten free but consumer advocacy group testing revealed results above 20ppm for gluten.
Recall facts
- Recalling firm
- Best Express Foods, Inc.
- Reason
- Gluten-free claim
- Recall type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Distribution
- U.S. Distribution to WA and IL.
- Where sold
- ILRIWA
From the official announcement
Reason: Product is labeled as gluten free but consumer advocacy group testing revealed results above 20ppm for gluten. • Product: Universal Bakery Organic Aussie Bites, 30 oz clamshell container • Codes: BBD 06/16/2024 LOT # BEF2 059 02 24 BBD 08/01/2024 Lot# BEF2 113 04 24 • Qty: 12,538 units • Firm: Best Express Foods, Inc. • Distribution: U.S. Distribution to WA and IL. • Reported: 2024-07-03 • Initiated: 2024-05-17
Common questions
Which products are included in this recall?
- Universal Bakery Organic Aussie Bites, 30 oz clamshell container (12,538 units)
What is the danger?
A gluten free claim carries a legal maximum. This product was found able to exceed it, so the claim cannot be relied on by people who need it to be accurate.
What should I do if I have this product?
If you have coeliac disease or a medical need to avoid gluten, do not eat this product. People without a gluten-related condition are not at known risk.
Is this recall still active?
As of July 2, 2024 this recall is listed as ongoing by the FDA.
What states are affected?
Products were distributed in IL, RI, WA.
Where can I find more information?
Read the official FDA recall announcement, or browse all current food recalls.