Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches Recalled Due to Mislabeling
Date: July 9, 2025
In a significant announcement, Mondelēz Global LLC, the respected parent company of Ritz crackers, has initiated a recall of several sizes of its Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches following a labeling error that poses potential health risks. The company warns that the packaging for these products may incorrectly indicate “cheese” flavoring, when, in fact, they contain peanut butter. This mislabeling presents a severe risk for individuals with peanut allergies.
Details of the Recall
The recalled items were produced in the United States and are available for purchase across the country. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), failure to accurately label these products could result in “serious or life-threatening allergic reactions” for those who are allergic or highly sensitive to peanuts.
Affected Products
The following four carton sizes of Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches are affected by this recall:
| Product Name | UPC Code | Best When Used By Dates | Plant Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8-pack RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwich | 0 44000 88210 5 | 1 NOV 25 – 9 NOV 25 | “AE” |
| 20-pack RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwich | 0 44000 07584 2 | 1 NOV 25 – 9 NOV 25, 2 JAN 26 – 22 JAN 26 | “AE” |
| 40-pack RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwich | 0 44000 07819 5 | 1 NOV 25 – 9 NOV 25, 2 JAN 26 – 22 JAN 26 | “AM” |
| 20-pack RITZ Filled Cracker Sandwich Variety Pack | 0 44000 08095 2 | 2 NOV 25 – 9 NOV 25 | “RJ” |
Health Advisory
As of now, no illnesses have been reported concerning the mislabeled products. However, the FDA strongly advises anyone with a peanut allergy to refrain from consuming these items and to dispose of them immediately. Consumers can find images of the affected products on the FDA’s website to help identify them accurately.
It is important to note that no other varieties of Ritz crackers or additional products from Mondelēz Global LLC have been implicated in this recall. For further information and updates, individuals can visit the official FDA alerts page.
