Ritz Peanut Butter Crackers recalled due to packaging error that poses peanut allergy risk
The recall affects four specific product configurations: 8-pack, 20-pack, and 40-pack cartons of Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches, as well as the 20-pack Ritz Filled Cracker Sandwich Variety Pack.
According to the company, 'individually wrapped packs may be incorrectly labeled as Cheese variety even though the product may be a Peanut Butter variety.'
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Mondelēz warned that 'people who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts may risk serious or life-threatening allergic reactions by consuming this product.'
5 Multinational snacking giant Mondelēz has issued a voluntary recall of several Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwich products.
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5 The recall affects four specific product configurations.
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While the outer cartons are correctly labeled with allergen statements indicating that the product 'contains peanuts,' the inner mislabeling could mislead consumers into believing the product is safe.
The company noted that only products with specific 'Best When Used By' dates and plant codes are included in the recall. Cartons containing only Ritz Cheese Cracker Sandwiches are not affected.
The affected products include:
11.4 oz. Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches (8-pack) with a retail UPC: 0 44000 88210 5 and 'Best By' dates of Nov. 1, 2025 to Nov. 9, 2025
27.6 oz. Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches (20-pack) with a retail UPC: 0 44000 07584 2 and 'Best By' dates of Nov. 1, 2025 to Nov. 9, 2025 and Jan. 2, 2026 to Jan. 22, 2026.
55.2 oz. Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches (40-pack) with a retail UPC: 0 44000 07819 5 and 'Best By' dates of Nov. 1, 2025 to Nov. 9, 2025 and Jan. 2, 2026 to Jan. 22, 2026.
27.3 oz. Ritz Filled Cracker Sandwich Variety Pack (20-count) with a retail UPC: 0 44000 08095 2 and 'Best By' dates of Nov. 2, 2025 to Nov. 9, 2025
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The recalled items were manufactured in the United States and distributed nationwide.
The issue was identified when Mondelēz discovered that film packaging rolls used for individually wrapped peanut butter sandwiches may have been misprinted due to a supplier error.
5 These products were manufactured in the United States and distributed nationwide.
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5 Mondelēz warned that 'people who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts may risk serious or life-threatening allergic reactions by consuming this product.'
Mondelez / Ritz
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The company said 'corrective actions are being taken to help ensure this issue does not recur.'
Although there have been no reports of injury or illness associated with the affected products, Mondelēz stated that the recall is being initiated 'as a precaution.' The Food and Drug Administration is aware of the recall.
5 Mondelēz International owns and markets some of the world's most recognized snack brands, including Oreo, Cadbury, Milka, Toblerone, Ritz and Chips Ahoy!.
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Consumers with peanut allergies are advised not to consume the product and to discard any affected packages.
For more information, consumers can contact Mondelēz at 1-844-366-1171, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Consumer Relations specialists are also available Monday — Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET.
This recall does not affect any other Ritz products or any other Mondelēz items not specifically listed in the recall notice.
The Post has sought comment from Mondelēz.
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