InHarvest, Inc.

Recall #F-0830-2018 · Initiated 2018-02-09

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What happened

InHarvest, Inc. recalled Lunds & Byerlys brand White Quinoa (16 oz. bags, UPC 0 72431 00195 6) because some bags actually contain Israeli Couscous instead. The couscous contains wheat, which was not listed on the package label.

Who is at risk

People with wheat allergies or celiac disease are at risk if they consumed this product believing it was wheat-free quinoa.

What to do

Check your pantry for this product using the UPC number listed above. If you have it and have a wheat allergy or celiac disease, do not eat it. Contact InHarvest or your retailer if you have questions about whether your purchase is affected.

Product

White Quinoa; 16 oz. (454g) bags with clear panel in front; UPC: 0 72431 00195 6 Brand name Lunds & Byerlys Quinoa ingredients: White Quinoa Couscous ingredients: Israeli Couscous (wheat flour, rosemary extract). Contains: Wheat. Produced for Lunds & Byerlys, Edina, MN.

Reason for recall

Firm was notified by customer that some bags of White Quinoa actually contain Israeli Couscous and therefore do not declare wheat as an ingredient or allergen.

Quantity affected

120 cases (12 x 16 oz. bags per case)

Distribution

One customer in MN

Lot / code info

Best by Feb 11, 2019

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Telephone

Terminated

2018-02-23