Mondelēz Global LLC initiated a voluntary recall of four pack sizes of RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches because of a hazardous labeling flaw that could expose consumers with peanut allergies to the risk of life-threatening conditions. The recall, initiated on July 8, 2025, involves products shipped throughout all US states nationwide.
The recall facts: What products are involved
The recall affects individually packaged cartons that may be mislabeled as “Cheese variety” when they have peanut butter in them. The external cartons are properly labeled and include proper allergen warning with “contains peanuts,” but the mislabeled individual packages within pose a serious danger to individuals who have a peanut allergy.
Product types subject to recall
The recall involves four sizes of carts:
- 8-pack RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches
- 20-count RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches
- 40-count RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches
- 20-count RITZ Filled Cracker Sandwich Variety Pack
Complete list of recalled products with manufacturing details
8-Count RITZ Peanut butter cracker sandwiches
- Size: 11.4 oz (8 x 1.38-oz 6-pack carton)
- UPC Code: 0 44000 88210 5
- Best when used by dates: 1 NOV 25 – 9 NOV 25
- Plant code: “AE” Only
- Location: Plant code at top of package
20-Count RITZ Peanut butter cracker sandwiches
- Size: 27.6 oz (20 x 1.38-oz 6-pack carton)
- UPC code: 0 44000 07584 2
- Best when used by dates: 1 NOV 25 – 9 NOV 25 AND 2 JAN 26 – 22 JAN 26
- Plant code: “AE” Only
- Location: Plant code on top of package
40-Count RITZ Peanut butter cracker sandwiches
- Size: 55.2 oz (40 x 1.38-oz 6-pack carton)
- UPC code: 0 44000 07819 5
- Best when used by dates: 1 NOV 25 – 9 NOV 25 AND 2 JAN 26 – 22 JAN 26
- Plant code: “AM” Only
- Location: Plant code on top of package
20-Count RITZ filled cracker sandwich variety pack
- Size: 27.3 oz (20 packs – 10 Cheese 1.38-oz packs and 10 Peanut Butter 1.38-oz packs)
- UPC code: 0 44000 08095 2
- Best when used by dates: 2 NOV 25 – 9 NOV 25
- Plant code: “RJ” Only
- Location: Plant code at top of package
Mislabeled individual packages inside cartons
- Product: RITZ Cheese Cracker Sandwiches (1.38oz pack)
- UPC code: 0 44000 00211 4
- Best when used by dates: 1 NOV 25 – 9 NOV 25 AND 2 JAN 26 – 22 JAN 26
- Plant code: “AE” Only
- Location: Plant code on side of package
Manufacturing plant code analysis
The recall covers three manufacturing facilities by their respective plant codes:
- Plant Code “AE”: For 8-count and 20-count peanut butter sandwiches and incorrect individual packaging
- Plant Code “AM”: For 40-count peanut butter sandwiches
- Plant Code “RJ”: For 20-count variety packs
Geographic distribution: All US States affected
The recalled products were distributed nationally and were in all 50 states. Individual state confirmations are:
- Hawaii: Active recall by Hawaii Department of Health Food and Drug Branch at state stores to remove recalled products from the shelves
- Washington: State authorities have verified that the recall also applies to Washington State retailers
- Michigan: Michigan retailers are removing the involved products from the shelves
- Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Ohio: Distribution to these states has been verified
Root cause of the recall
The cause of the mislabeling mistake was faulty packing rolls of film for unit packaged foods with peanut butter. This supplier mistake led to the mislabeling of some peanut butter sandwich packages as cheese variety, presenting an undeclared allergen hazard.
The FDA advises consumers with peanut hypersensitivity or allergy to risk life-threatening or serious allergic reactions from eating these foods that are mislabeled. The risk is that the consumer eats peanut butter foods thinking they are eating cheese-flavored crackers.
Symptoms of peanut allergic reactions
Health authorities say symptoms may include:
- Hives and swelling
- Itching and tingle in or around the mouth and throat
- Runny nose and breathing problems
- Gastrointestinal disease, such as diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, and vomiting
- Wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, or shortness of breath
Consumer action required
There have been no reported illnesses or injuries to date associated with this recall. Consumers are still requested to:
- Inspect their pantries for the involved products with the same UPC codes and dates
- Throw out the involved products at once if they are peanut-allergic
- Call the company at 1-844-366-1171 with questions or for refund information
- Send back products to the point of purchase for refunds in full
The recall hotline operates 24 hours a day, 7 days per week for automated information, with Consumer Relations specialists available Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM ET.
Products not affected by the recall
It’s important to note that cartons containing only RITZ Cheese Cracker Sandwiches are not affected by this recall. Additionally, products with different Best When Used By dates and plant codes than those specified are not included in the recall.
No other RITZ products or Mondelēz Global LLC products are affected by this recall.
