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WARNING: A Variety of Ritz Crackers Are Being Recalled

If you love crackers, you’re going to put some of your snack plans on hold as Ritz has just announced a major recall of some of its products. This means that you are going to have to temporarily find another crunchy bite to take its place if your favorite is on the list below.
 
Ritz Recall

Ritz’s parent company, Mondalez Global is issuing the recall due to concerns about salmonella contamination. This affects products that are being sold in the US, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands.

One of the ingredients, whey, could possibly be tainted with the bacteria. To date, no illnesses or deaths have been reported in connection with any Ritz products, but consumers are being kindly asked to dispose of any products that they might have.

Symptoms of salmonella include diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever, fatigue, chills, or nausea. If you suspect that you have this illness, make an appointment with your doctor immediately.

Here is the list of items included in the recall:

• Ritz Bits Cheese Big Bag 3oz;
Use by dates of  07 Mar 19 to 13 Apr 19
• Ritz Bits Cheese 1oz;
Use by dates of  07 Mar 19 to 13 Apr 19
• Ritz Bits Cheese 12 pack (carton);
Use by dates of  08 Mar 19 to 13 Apr 19
• Ritz Bits Cheese 30 pack (carton);
Use by dates of  03 Mar 19 to 13 Apr 19
• Ritz Bits Cheese 1.5 oz;
Use by dates of  03 Mar 19 to 13 Apr 19
• Ritz Bits Cheese 3oz Go Pack;
Use by dates of  07 Mar 19 to 12 Apr 19

• Ritz Cheese Cracker Sandwiches 10.8oz;
Use by dates of  14 Jan 19 to 11 Feb 19

• Ritz Cheese Crackers Sandwiches 1.35oz;
Use by dates of  14 Jan 19 to 11 Feb 19

WARNING: A Variety of Ritz Crackers Are Being Recalled
• Ritz Bacon Cracker Sandwiches with Cheese 10.8oz;
Use by dates of 05 Feb 19 or 06 Feb 19
• Ritz Bacon Cracker Sandwiches with Cheese 1.35oz;
Use by dates of 05 Feb 19 or 06 Feb 19
• Whole Wheat Cracker Sandwiches with White Cheddar Cheese 10.8oz;
Use by dates of 04 Feb 19 or 05 Feb 19
• Whole Wheat Cracker Sandwiches with White Cheddar Cheese 1.35oz;
Use by dates of 04 Feb 19 or 05 Feb 19
• Everything Cracker Sandwiches with Cream Cheese 10.8oz;
Use by dates of 06 Feb 19 or 07 Feb 19 or 08 Feb 19
• Everything Cracker Sandwiches with Cream Cheese 1.35oz;
Use by dates of 06 Feb 19 or 07 Feb 19 or 08 Feb 19
• Mixed Cookie Cracker Variety 20 pack;
Use by dates of 01 Feb 19 to 04 Feb 19
• Mixed Cookie Cracker Variety 40 pack;
Use by dates of 31 Jan 19 to 05 Feb 19

 

For a list of product UPC codes, visit the Ritz website by clicking here. The company is also providing a telephone number for consumers to inquire about the recall.  
 

Source: tiphero
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