Food For Life Ezekiel 4:9 Cereal Recalled

Food For Life Baking Company of Corona, California is recalling 15,369 cases of Ezekiel 4:9 Sprouted Grain Cereal shipped between Nov. 20, 2012 to Feb. 11, 2013, because the product may be mislabeled and may contain an undeclared allergen - almond:

PRODUCT NAME

UPC

LOT#

Ezekiel 4:9 Cereal - Original

073472002550

M3232, M3313, M3512, M3565

Ezekiel 4:9 Cereal - Golden Flax

073472002568

M3253, M3309, M3414, M3439, M3523, N0068, N0165

Ezekiel 4:9 Cereal - Cinnamon Raisin

073472002574

M3232, M3313, M3328, M3425, M3512, M3527, M3537, N0045, N0132

Individuals sensitive to almond protein can suffer a moderate to acute life-threatening allergic reaction, if consumed.

This recall has been initiated as a precautionary measure following a random allergen test performed at the facility concluding that the product may contain an undeclared allergen.

The recalled products were sold nationwide, at local stores such as Kroger and Harry's Farmers Market, through health food distributors and natural food retailers. Food For Life Ezekiel 4:9 Sprouted Grain Cereals are sold dry in 16 oz. (454g) Cereal Cartons and bear the following descriptions:

Food For Life, Ezekiel 4:9 Boxed Cereal –Original, (Orange Carton)
Food For Life, Ezekiel 4:9 Boxed Cereal –Golden Flax, (Blue Carton)
Food For Life, Ezekiel 4:9 Boxed Cereal –Cinnamon Raisin, (Purple Carton)

This recall is being made with the knowledge and in cooperation with the Food and Drug Administration.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this issue.

Consumers who have purchased any of these products are urged to return them unopened to the place of purchase for a refund.

Consumers with questions may contact the company toll free at: (800) 797-5090.