If you recently bought Firehook brand Classic Sea Salt Organic Crackers, it is time to check your pantry. Firehook, a Virginia-based artisan cracker company, is recalling a specific lot of this popular snack because it may contain undeclared sesame—a major allergen that can trigger serious or even life-threatening reactions in people who are sensitive to it.
The recall affects only one lot of the product, but it is a serious issue if you or someone in your household has a sesame allergy.
Which Firehook crackers are affected by the recall?
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the affected crackers were packaged in clear, 8-ounce bags and labeled with the following information:
- Best By Date: September 29, 2025
- UPC Code: 8 99055 00063 5
If you see that date or UPC on your package, you are holding one of the recalled products. Do not eat it if you have a sesame allergy or sensitivity.
Why are Firehook crackers being recalled?
This recall was officially initiated on May 30, 2025, and here is what happened: The company discovered that sesame had made its way into a batch of the crackers but was not listed on the ingredient label. That means customers were not warned about the presence of sesame, which could be dangerous for anyone allergic.
After investigating, Firehook found the issue was due to a temporary breakdown in its production and packaging systems. The wrong labels were accidentally applied to the crackers, which led to the missing allergen information.
While no illnesses have been reported as of now, the recall was issued as a precaution to protect consumers.
Where were the recalled crackers sold?
If you are wondering whether this affects your area, here is where the crackers were distributed:
- Connecticut
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- North Carolina
- New Hampshire
So if you bought Firehook crackers at a local store in any of these states, make sure you double-check the label.
What to do if you have the recalled product at home
If you have this specific lot of Firehook Classic Sea Salt Organic Crackers, the safest thing to do is stop eating them immediately—especially if anyone in your household has a sesame allergy.
Here is what you can do next:
- Return the crackers to the place where you bought them for a full refund.
- Dispose of the product safely if returning it is not an option.
- Contact Firehook if you have questions or concerns. They have not issued a formal customer contact line in the FDA statement, but their general information can be found on the company website.
It is always smart to read product labels carefully, but when companies slip up like this, recalls like this one become crucial.
Why is sesame now such a big concern?
You might be wondering why sesame is being treated so seriously. As of January 1, 2023, sesame became the ninth major allergen recognized by U.S. federal law under the Food Allergy Safety, Treatment, Education, and Research (FASTER) Act. That means companies are legally required to label sesame on packaged foods.
Sesame allergies can cause reactions ranging from mild symptoms—like hives and stomach pain—to life-threatening anaphylaxis. That is why any product containing sesame, even in trace amounts, must be clearly labeled.
