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Department of Health Warns of Voluntary Recall of belVita Breakfast Sandwich Products due to Undeclared Peanut Allergen
Posted on Jul 6, 2023 in Latest Department News, NewsroomHONOLULU, HI – The Hawai‘i State Department of Health (DOH) Food and Drug Branch is warning residents of a voluntary recall by Mondelez Global LLC of two varieties of its belVita Breakfast Sandwich products because they may contain undeclared peanut contamination from cross-contact on a manufacturing line.
People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products. Symptoms may include skin reactions, such as hives, redness, or swelling; itching or tingling in or around the mouth and throat; digestive problems, such as diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, or vomiting; tightening of the throat; shortness of breath or wheezing; and/or runny nose.
In addition to the symptoms listed above, peanut allergy may cause anaphylaxis. Symptoms and signs of anaphylaxis include swelling or tightness of the throat; severe drop in blood pressure; chest pain or tightness; rapid pulse; severe difficulty breathing; trouble swallowing; pale, blue skin color; and/or dizziness or fainting.
If a consumer shows signs of anaphylaxis, immediately administer an epinephrine autoinjector (i.e., EpiPen, Auvi-Q, etc.) and call 911 or your local emergency number as anaphylaxis is a medical emergency that requires immediate care.
The specific recalled product information and photographs are listed below:
| Product Description | Retail UPC | Best When Used by Date |
| belVita Breakfast Sandwich Dark Chocolate Creme variety 8.8 oz carton |
0 44000 04328 5 | All dates prior to and including February 25, 2024 |
| belVita Breakfast Sandwich
Dark Chocolate Creme variety 14.08 oz carton |
0 44000 05723 7 | All dates prior to and including February 25, 2024 |
| belVita Breakfast Sandwich
Dark Chocolate Creme variety 1 lb 5.12 oz carton |
0 44000 05861 6 | All dates prior to and including February 25, 2024 |
| belVita Breakfast Sandwich
Dark Chocolate Creme variety 14.08 oz carton |
0 44000 06330 6 | All dates prior to and including February 25, 2024 |
| belVita Breakfast Sandwich
Dark Chocolate Creme variety 2 lb 12 oz carton |
0 44000 04602 6 | All dates prior to and including February 25, 2024 |
| belVita Breakfast Sandwich
Cinnamon Brown Sugar with Vanilla Creme variety 8.8 oz carton |
0 44000 06304 7 | All dates prior to and including February 25, 2024 |
| belVita Breakfast Sandwich
Dark Chocolate Creme variety 1.76 oz pouch |
0 44000 04070 3 | All dates prior to and including February 25, 2024 |
| belVita Breakfast Sandwich
Cinnamon Brown Sugar with Vanilla Creme variety 1.76 oz pouch |
0 44000 06370 2 | All dates prior to and including February 25, 2024 |
No other belVita products or Mondelez Global LLC products are included in or affected by this recall.
Consumers who have a peanut allergy should not eat these products and should discard any products identified in the list above. For more information, consumers can call 1-855-535-5948 twenty-four hours a day. Consumer Relations specialists are also available Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. EST at the same number.
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Media Contacts:
Michael Burke
Acting Environmental Health Program Manager
Food and Drug Branch
Hawai‘i State Department of Health
Email: [email protected]
Rosemarie Bernardo
Information Specialist
Hawai‘i State Department of Health
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 808-286-4806