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Label reads in part "*** Bob's Red Mill *** PREMIUM GUAR GUM SUPERB GLUTEN FREE THICKENER & BINDER *** NET WT 8 OZ ***" Product is packaged in multilayered flexible film with multiple colors. Firm brand name is printed in red. Case contains 8/8 oz. packages. UPC 0 39978 00554 0 or 0 39978 00554 1

Class I - Dangerous
🍎 Food Recalled: September 24, 2016 Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods Other Foods Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Cases for US - Item # 1598C088; lot 212463; Best By: 7/18/2018, GTIN # 30039978005541, UPC 039978005540. Cases for Canada - Item # 1598C226G8CA; lot 213189, Best By: 7/18/2018, GTIN # 30039978305542, UPC 039978005541.
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
The firm is voluntarily recalling one lot of Guar Gum due to due to the inclusion of a misidentified ingredient, hydroxyethylcellulose.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Label reads in part "*** Bob's Red Mill *** PREMIUM GUAR GUM SUPERB GLUTEN FREE THICKENER & BINDER *** NET WT 8 OZ ***" Product is packaged in multilayered flexible film with multiple colors. Firm brand name is printed in red. Case contains 8/8 oz. packages. UPC 0 39978 00554 0 or 0 39978 00554 1

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Cases for US - Item # 1598C088; lot 212463; Best By: 7/18/2018, GTIN # 30039978005541, UPC 039978005540. Cases for Canada - Item # 1598C226G8CA; lot 213189, Best By: 7/18/2018, GTIN # 30039978305542, UPC 039978005541.

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: F-0281-2017

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Organic Amaranth Grain Gluten Free, Bob's Red Mill brand, packaged in Standup Pouch (24oz). Each case consists of 4/24 oz. pouches. RETAIL Pouch UPC 0 39978 02910 2. RETAIL Case UPC 10039978029109. Organic Amaranth Grain Gluten Free, Organic Amaranth Grain, packaged in Kraft paper bulk bags (25 lbs). BULK bag UPC 0 39978 10910 1. The RETAIL label is read in parts: "***BASIC COOKING INSTRUCTIONS: Pifaf: Bring 1 1/2 cups water and 1/4 tsp salt to a boil in a medium pot. Add 1 cup amaranth, reduce heat and simmer, covered until liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes***Cereal: Bring 2 1/2 cups water and 1/2 tsp salt to a boil in a medium pot. Add 1 cup amaranth, reduce heat and simmer, covered until liquid is absorbed, about 25 minutes***". The BULK label is read in parts: "***Basic Cooking Instructions: Bring 3 cups water to a boil in a pot. Add 1 cup amaranth. Cover, reduce heat and simmer until water is absorbed, about 20 minutes***".

Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods

Class I - Dangerous

Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

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