Major Mac And Cheese Recall Issued Across The U.S.

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Two popular grocery items have been pulled from shelves nationwide after the FDA discovered potentially dangerous undeclared allergens, prompting an urgent recall for consumers with egg allergies.

Key Insights

Whole Foods Market’s Small Bites Macaroni & Cheese and Jinga Glass Noodles with Vegetables from H Mart have been recalled due to undeclared eggs that pose serious health risks to those with allergies.
The Small Bites recall was initiated after a consumer complaint, while the glass noodles issue was discovered during a routine inspection by New York State’s Department of Agriculture.
Affected products were distributed nationwide with best-by dates extending to November 2025 for the mac and cheese and March 2025 for the glass noodles.
No illnesses have been reported yet, but consumers are advised to destroy or return these products immediately for a full refund.

Popular Foods Pulled from Store Shelves

The U.S. Food & Drug Administration has announced a nationwide recall affecting two food products due to potentially dangerous undeclared allergens. C.H. Guenther & Son LLC’s Small Bites Macaroni & Cheese, distributed through Whole Foods Market, and HAR Maspeth Corporation’s Jinga Glass Noodles with Vegetables, sold at H Mart, have both been found to contain undeclared eggs. The discovery poses significant health risks for consumers with egg allergies who might unknowingly consume these products.

According to the FDA alert, the mac and cheese recall specifically involves “365 Whole Foods Market Small Bites Macaroni & Cheese” with UPC code 99482499709 and a “best-by” date of November 29, 2025. The affected products were purchased between February 6, 2025, and March 11, 2025. The company acted swiftly after receiving a consumer complaint about undeclared meat and egg ingredients in the product, which was supposed to be free of these allergens.

Detailed Product Information and Distribution

The recall extends beyond just mac and cheese products. HAR Maspeth Corporation’s “Jinga Glass Noodles with Vegetables (Japche)” in both 8-ounce and 12-ounce packages have been pulled from H Mart stores across multiple states. These products carry UPC codes 265405006495, 267405004495, 266405008496, and 268405005499, with “best-by” dates ranging from March 13, 2025, through March 18, 2025. Unlike the mac and cheese recall, which began with a customer complaint, the glass noodles issue was identified during a routine inspection by New York State’s Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors.

“Consumers who are allergic to eggs may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product,” the FDA notice warned.

While no illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported to date in connection with either product, both companies and the FDA are taking preventive action to ensure consumer safety. Egg allergies can trigger severe reactions in sensitive individuals, ranging from mild symptoms like hives and stomach upset to potentially life-threatening anaphylaxis. This makes proper allergen labeling crucial for food safety.

What Consumers Should Do

C.H. Guenther & Son LLC has issued clear instructions for consumers who purchased the affected mac and cheese products. “Customers who have purchased ‘365 Whole Foods Market Small Bites Macaroni & Cheese’ with the lot information listed above are urged to destroy any remaining product and can bring a valid receipt into the store for a full refund,” the company stated.

Similarly, consumers who purchased the recalled Jinga Glass Noodles are advised to return the products to the place of purchase for a full refund. For those seeking additional information about the Small Bites recall, C.H. Guenther & Son LLC has established a dedicated consumer contact line at 1-210-227-1401. Both companies have assured the public they have implemented corrective measures “to prevent any future occurrences” of similar labeling errors.

Industry Response and Future Precautions

This recall is not an isolated incident in the food industry. Recent months have seen similar actions taken by other companies, including ZB Importing LLC’s recall of Ulker Brand snacks and Custom Food Solutions’ recall of ready-to-eat frozen drunken chicken due to undeclared allergens. These repeated incidents highlight the ongoing challenges food manufacturers face in maintaining accurate allergen labeling across complex supply chains and production processes.

Both C.H. Guenther & Son LLC and HAR Maspeth Corporation are working closely with regulatory authorities to address the root causes of these labeling errors. The companies have implemented enhanced quality control measures and additional staff training to ensure proper ingredient declaration on all product labels going forward. This incident serves as a reminder of the critical importance of allergen awareness and proper labeling in the food industry to protect vulnerable consumers.