Mondelēz Global LLC Conducts U.S. Voluntary Recall of Four Carton Sizes of RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches Due to Labeling Error
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Mondelēz Global (NASDAQ:MDLZ) has announced a voluntary recall of specific RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches due to a labeling error. The recall affects four carton sizes: 8-pack, 20-pack, 40-pack, and the 20-pack Variety Pack, with specific "Best When Used By" dates between November 2025 and January 2026.
The issue stems from individually wrapped packs that may be incorrectly labeled as Cheese variety while containing peanut butter filling. While outer cartons are correctly labeled with peanut allergen warnings, this mislabeling poses a serious risk to individuals with peanut allergies. The company has reported no injuries or illnesses to date and is conducting the recall as a precautionary measure.
The error originated from defective film packaging rolls supplied to the company. Mondelēz has established a 24/7 consumer hotline at 1-844-366-1171 for additional information.AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.
Positive
- Company took proactive action before any reported incidents
- Outer packaging maintains correct allergen warnings
- 24/7 consumer support hotline established
- Clear identification of affected products and date codes
Negative
- Product recall affects multiple product lines and packaging sizes
- Manufacturing defect from supplier error
- Potential serious health risk for consumers with peanut allergies
- Possible brand reputation impact in snack segment
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EAST HANOVER, N.J., July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mondelēz Global LLC announced today a voluntary recall of four carton sizes of RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches (8-pack, 20-pack, and 40-pack cartons of RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches, as well as the 20-pack RITZ Filled Cracker Sandwich Variety Pack carton) manufactured in the United States and sold nationwide. The affected cartons include individually wrapped packs that may be incorrectly labeled as Cheese variety even though the product may be a Peanut Butter variety. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts may risk serious or life-threatening allergic reactions by consuming this product.
All outer cartons affected are labeled correctly and provide an allergen advisory statement indicating that the product “contains peanuts.”
This recall is exclusively for the 8-pack, 20-pack, and 40-pack RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwich cartons and the 20-pack RITZ Filled Cracker Sandwich Variety Pack carton, with Best When Used By Dates listed in the grid below, available at retail stores nationwide. No other RITZ products or Mondelēz Global LLC products are included in, or affected by, this recall.
| Product Description | Retail UPC | Best When Used By Dates | Product Image |
| 11.4 oz. RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches - 8 Count (8 x 1.38-oz. 6-pack carton) | 0 44000 88210 5 | 1 NOV 25 - 9 NOV 25 “AE” Plant Code Only (located on top of package) |  |
| 27.6 oz. RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches - 20 Count (20 x 1.38-oz. 6-pack carton) | 0 44000 07584 2 | 1 NOV 25 - 9 NOV 25 2 JAN 26 - 22 JAN 26 “AE” Plant Code Only (located on top of package) |  |
| 55.2 oz. RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches – 40 Count (40 x 1.38-oz. 6-pack carton) | 0 44000 07819 5 | 1 NOV 25 - 9 NOV 25 2 JAN 26 - 22 JAN 26 “AM” Plant Code Only (located on top of package) |  |
| 27.3 oz. RITZ Filled Cracker Sandwich 20-Count Variety Pack (20 packs of 10 Cheese 1.38-oz. packs and 10 Peanut Butter 1.38-oz. packs) | 0 44000 08095 2 | 2 NOV 25 - 9 NOV 25 “RJ” Plant Code Only (located on top of package) |  |
The individually wrapped package incorrectly labeled as Cheese variety inside the cartons identified in the grid above may look like this:
| Product Description | Retail UPC | Best When Used By Dates | Product Image |
| RITZ Cheese Cracker Sandwiches (1.38-oz. pack) | 0 44000 00211 4 | 1 NOV 25 - 9 NOV 25 2 JAN 26 - 22 JAN 26 “AE” Plant Code Only (located on side of package) |  |
Cartons containing only RITZ Cheese Cracker Sandwiches are not affected by this recall. In addition, cartons containing either RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches or RITZ Filled Cracker Sandwich Variety Pack with different Best When Used By Dates and Plant Codes than those listed in the above grid are also not affected by this recall.
There have been no reports of injury or illness reported to Mondelēz Global LLC to date related to this product, and we are issuing this recall as a precaution.
The recall was initiated after Mondelēz Global LLC discovered that film packaging rolls used to package individually wrapped products containing peanut butter may contain defects due to a supplier error. Corrective actions are being taken to help ensure this issue does not recur.
Consumers who have a peanut allergy should not eat these products and should discard any product identified in the grid above. Consumers can contact the company at 1-844-366-1171, 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, to get more information about the recall. Consumer Relations specialists are also available Monday–Friday, 9 am to 6 pm ET.
This recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
About Mondelēz International
Mondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) empowers people to snack right in over 150 countries around the world. With 2024 net revenues of approximately
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