Ritz cracker sandwich packages recalled for peanut allergy risk
Mondelēz Global announced Tuesday, July 8 that it has recalled cartons of Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches that may be incorrectly labeled.
The four carton sizes included in the recall may have been labeled as the cheese variety of sandwich instead of the peanut butter variety, creating a risk for those with peanut allergies.
The recall was initiated after it was found that the rolls used to package individually wrapped products containing peanut butter may have contained defects due to a supplier error, according to the recall announcement.
The exterior cartons are correctly labeled with a warning that the product "contain peanuts," according to the company.
No reports of injury or illness reported in connection with the recall, according to the company.
The following products are covered by the Ritz recall:
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