by Mondelēz Global LLC has issued a nationwide recall of select Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches due to a labeling error that could pose a serious health risk to consumers with peanut allergies.
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, some cartons labelled as “cheese” crackers may actually contain peanut butter, potentially leading to life-threatening allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
The recall affects multiple pack sizes distributed across the United States, though no illnesses have been reported so far.
Key Points:
- Recall Issued by: Mondelēz Global LLC, parent company of Ritz.
- Reason for Recall: Some peanut butter cracker sandwiches may be mislabeled as “cheese”, posing a serious risk to those with peanut allergies.
- Products Impacted: Sold nationwide and manufactured in the United States.
Affected Products Include:
- 8-Pack Carton
- UPC: 0 44000 88210 5
- Best By Dates: Nov. 1–9, 2025
- Plant Code: AE
- 20-Pack Carton
- UPC: 0 44000 07584 2
- Best By Dates: Nov. 1–9, 2025 and Jan. 2–22, 2026
- Plant Code: AE
- 40-Pack Carton
- UPC: 0 44000 07819 5
- Best By Dates: Nov. 1–9, 2025 and Jan. 2–22, 2026
- Plant Code: AM
- 20-Pack Variety Pack Carton
- UPC: 0 44000 08095 2
- Best By Dates: Nov. 2–9, 2025
- Plant Code: RJ
Important Notes:
- No illnesses have been reported so far.
- Consumers with peanut allergies are advised not to eat these products and to discard them immediately.
- No other Ritz cracker products or Mondelēz items are part of this recall.
Health Risk:
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warns that consuming mislabeled crackers with peanut butter could cause severe or life-threatening allergic reactions in those allergic to peanuts.
