Hartford Bakery, Inc. has announced a voluntary recall of its Lewis Bake Shop Artisan Style 1/2 Loaf due to the potential presence of undeclared hazelnuts. This recall was highlighted in a recent statement shared by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The company is taking this precautionary step to ensure the safety of consumers, especially those with nut allergies.
Individuals with a nut allergy or severe sensitivity to hazelnuts are at risk of experiencing serious or potentially life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume the affected products. The FDA's announcement emphasized the importance of awareness, noting that while there have been no significant reports of injury or illness linked to this recall, one customer did report experiencing digestive discomfort after consuming the bread.
In addition to the reported case of discomfort, the company has also received complaints from consumers who identified the presence of nuts in the product before consuming it. The labeling on the packaging indicates that the product "may contain tree nuts," but it does not specifically mention the presence of hazelnuts, which has raised concerns among buyers.
This recall impacts approximately 883 loaves of bread across six distinct production lots. The affected products were distributed widely through various retailers, including major stores such as Kroger and Walmart. The states involved in this recall include Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Ohio, Tennessee, and Wisconsin.
Consumers can identify the recalled Lewis Bake Shop Artisan Style 1/2 Loaf by looking for specific details on the packaging. The product comes in a flexible plastic bag marked with the following information:
Lot codes: T10 174010206, T10 174010306, T10 174010406, T10 174020206, T10 174020306, T10 174020406 Net Weight: 12OZ (340G) UPC: 24126018152 (located on the bottom of the packaging) Expiration Date: 07/13/2025 (found on the front panel)Hartford Bakery has confirmed that no other lot codes are affected by this recall. All products associated with the identified lot codes are being removed from store shelves as a precaution. Consumers who may have purchased the Lewis Bake Shop Artisan Style 1/2 Loaf are advised to return the product to their point of purchase to obtain a full refund.
For more information about this recall, you may contact Hartford Bakery directly or check the FDA's official website for updates and further guidance.
