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Massachusetts food maker Hans Kissle reminded me of some of his pasta salad products as it contains wheat that is incorrectly labelled potato salad and has not been declared.
Hans Kissle announced a recall that includes 66 units on August 5, according to a notification posted on the US Food and Drug Administration website.
The product in question, the Tricolor Twist Pasta Salad, has the correct label on the front, the company says. However, the wrong label was added to the top of the container, causing customers to think they were buying a Red Briss Potato Salad.
“The actual product contains wheat that has not been declared on top labels,” Hans Kissl wrote in the announcement. “People who are allergic or severely susceptible to wheat pose a risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction when they consume these products.”
So far, the company said it had no illnesses or side effects.
In which states were the recalled products sold?
Hans Kissl said the pasta salad with the incorrectly label was sold at the stop and at the locations of stores in the next state.
- Connecticut
- Massachusetts
- New Jersey
- new york
- Rhode Island
Some customers may still have products in their fridges.
How do I know if I have a recall product?
This product comes with a 16 oz clear plastic container with a white lid.
- UPC code 036217673706
- Expiration date: August 20, 2025
“The clear container is labelled as a twisted pasta salad by Hans Kissl Tri-Color, and the top label has declared its product Hans Kissl Red Briss Potato Salad,” the company said.
What should I do if I have a recall product?
Hans Kissl said some customers may still have products in the fridge. Those who have it can return them to the store for a full refund.
Customers can also contact Hans Kissle Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm (978) 556-4500.
Saleen Martin is a reporter for the USA Today Now team. She is from Norfolk, Virginia. 757. Please email sdmartin@usatoday.com.