Severity
Critical
Markets of Meijer Pretzel Hamburger Bun, 4 count, NT.WT. 12.0 oz (0.75 lb), 16 oz ( 1 lb) UPC 412500558-2; Ingredients: Enriched Wheat Flour( Wheat Flour, malted barley flour, niacin.....)water, sugar, canola oil, salt, .. , dough conditioner, whey powder, yeast, dough conditioner... soy oil, wheat gluten Allergens: Contains wheat, soy Pretzel Demi Roll 6" , 4 count,12.0 oz (0.75 lb), 16 oz (1 lb) UPC 0-4125000560-2 Ingredients: Wheat Flour...water, sugar, canola oil, salt, dough con
Reported: March 19, 2014 Initiated: January 11, 2014 #F-1645-2014 Approx 8837 for all products units
Meijer Distribution, Inc issued this FDA Food recall on March 19, 2014. Classified as Critical severity (Class I). Approximately Approx 8837 for all products units are affected. The recall was issued because: Source of whey powder ingredient is not identified as milk and the allergen statement does not include milk. People wh…. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-1645-2014) was formally reported on March 19, 2014, with the manufacturer initiating the action on January 11, 2014. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. Meijer Distribution, Inc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Grand Rapids, MI. Federal records indicate Approx 8837 for all products units are affected.
The documented reason for this recall is: Source of whey powder ingredient is not identified as milk and the allergen statement does not include milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Ohio Food Banks in. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 1 were also issued by FDA Food. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 12 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.
Recall Distribution by Severity Class
Units Affected
Approx 8837 for all products
Related Recalls
6
1 from same agency
Product Description
Markets of Meijer Pretzel Hamburger Bun, 4 count, NT.WT. 12.0 oz (0.75 lb), 16 oz ( 1 lb) UPC 412500558-2; Ingredients: Enriched Wheat Flour( Wheat Flour, malted barley flour, niacin.....)water, sugar, canola oil, salt, .. , dough conditioner, whey powder, yeast, dough conditioner... soy oil, wheat gluten Allergens: Contains wheat, soy Pretzel Demi Roll 6" , 4 count,12.0 oz (0.75 lb), 16 oz (1 lb) UPC 0-4125000560-2 Ingredients: Wheat Flour...water, sugar, canola oil, salt, dough conditioner, cultured , whey powder, yeast, dough conditioner...soy oil, wheat gluten Allergens: Contains wheat, soy Meijer Distribution, Inc. Grand Rapids, MI 49544
Reason for Recall
Source of whey powder ingredient is not identified as milk and the allergen statement does not include milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Meijer Distribution, Inc
- Units Affected
- Approx 8837 for all products
- Distribution
- Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Ohio Food Banks in
- Location
- Grand Rapids, MI
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Critical (Class I) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-1645-2014 |
| Date reported | March 19, 2014 |
| Date initiated | January 11, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Meijer Distribution, Inc |
| Units affected | Approx 8837 for all products |
| Distribution | Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Ohio Food Banks in |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Markets of Meijer Pretzel Hamburger Bun, 4 count, NT.WT. 12.0 oz (0.75 lb), 16 oz ( 1 lb) UPC 412500558-2; Ingredients: Enriched Wheat Flour( Wheat Flour, malted barley flour, niacin.....)water, sugar, canola oil, salt, .. , dough conditioner, whey powder, yeast, dough conditioner... soy oil, wheat gluten Allergens: Contains wheat, soy Pretzel Demi Roll 6" , 4 count,12.0 oz (0.75 lb), 16 oz (1 lb) UPC 0-4125000560-2 Ingredients: Wheat Flour...water, sugar, canola oil, salt, dough conditioner, cultured , whey powder, yeast, dough conditioner...soy oil, wheat gluten Allergens: Contains wheat, soy Meijer Distribution, Inc. Grand Rapids, MI 49544. Recalled by Meijer Distribution, Inc. Units affected: Approx 8837 for all products.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Source of whey powder ingredient is not identified as milk and the allergen statement does not include milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on March 19, 2014. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-1645-2014.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Ohio Food Banks in.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-1645-2014) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product? ▼
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.
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