Hartford Bakery, Inc. is voluntarily recalling several lots of artisanal bread due to possible contamination with undeclared allergens, according to a press release by the Food and Drug Administration.
The recalled products were sold at Kroger and Walmart locations across Illinois.
Here's what we know.
What products are being recalled?
Hartford Bakery Inc. is recalling six lots of its "Lewis Bake Shop Artisan Style 1/2 Loaf" and removing all units of product included in the six affected lot codes noted below.
The recalled products come in a flexible plastic bag marked with the following information:
Lot code T10 174010206, T10 174010306, T10 174010406, T10 174020206, T10 174020306, T10 174020406, found on the front panel of packaging.
Net Weight 12oz (340g), UPC 24126018152 found on the bottom of packaging.
An expiration date of 07/13/2025 found on the front panel of packaging.
Why is the bread being recalled?
It was discovered that approximately 883 loaves of bread from six production lots with "Lewis Bake Shop Artisan Style 1/2 Loaf" packaging contained visible hazelnuts. Though the packaging says the products "May Contain Tree Nuts," it does not say the bread "Contains Hazelnuts."
An investigation revealed an error in the change of packaging between a hazelnut-containing bread and the recalled white bread product. Those with a nut allergy or severe sensitivity to hazelnuts risk serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products.
Where were recalled products distributed?
The bread was distributed in Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, Arkansas, Missouri, Alabama and Mississippi retailers, including Kroger and Walmart.
Have any product-related illnesses been reported?
The FDA release says no major reports of injury or illness have been reported but Hartford Bakery is aware of one customer who experienced digestive discomfort after consumption. The company also received consumer complaints from those who saw the nuts before consuming the product.
What to do if you purchased recalled bread
Consumers who purchased the implicated products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Those with questions may contact Hartford Bakery at 812-425-4642 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. CT.
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