Rich Products recalls frozen pizza snack in 21 states

A major frozen snack recall is underway across 21 states after the manufacturer discovered its products may contain metal fragments. Rich Products Corporation voluntarily recalled 6,408 cases, or more than 160,000 pounds, of its Farm Rich Pizza Cheese Crunchers on May 19. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration officially classified the recall as a Class II health risk on June 9, indicating the product could cause temporary or medically reversible health problems.

The affected products were distributed to retailers in Alabama, Arkansas, California, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin. The company stated the recall is limited to a single production lot and that no other Farm Rich products are impacted. According to the company, all affected foodservice customers were contacted directly when the recall was initiated, and the matter has been resolved with no reported issues.

Consumers can identify the recalled items by the lot number 003029976, UPC code 041322652256, and a best-by date of July 30, 2027. Officials advise anyone who has...